Saussurea longifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
28308
Status:
valid
Authors:
Franch.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) ii. (1888) 354.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027637
Common Names
- Saussurea longifolia
- Long-Leaved Saussurea
- Long-Leaved Snow Lotus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Saussurea longifolia (also called 'Long-leaved Saussurea', among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and long, linear leaves. It is native to Asia and grows in mountain grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea longifolia is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant. It has small white flowers and is known for its ability to attract hummingbirds. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Saussurea longifolia are yellow and daisy-like, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are covered in white hairs.
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Saussurea longifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location.
Where to Find Saussurea longifolia
Saussurea longifolia is native to the Himalayas and can be found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.
Saussurea longifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saussurea longifolia?
Saussurea longifolia
What type of plant is Saussurea longifolia?
Herbaceous perennial
What is the natural habitat of Saussurea longifolia?
Grasslands, meadows, and pastures
Species in the Saussurea genus
Saussurea sughoo, Saussurea sylvatica, Saussurea compta, Saussurea apus, Saussurea paleata, Saussurea graminea, Saussurea gossipiphora, Saussurea chinensis, Saussurea petrovii, Saussurea kungii, Saussurea polypodioides, Saussurea foliosa, Saussurea leptolepis, Saussurea canandrifoia, Saussurea rigida, Saussurea kolesnikovii, Saussurea malitiosa, Saussurea taipaiensis, Saussurea veitchiana, Saussurea pectinata, Saussurea souliei, Saussurea orgaadayi, Saussurea lavrenkoana, Saussurea hypargyrea, Saussurea odontolepis, Saussurea chamarensis, Saussurea hieracioides, Saussurea mongolica, Saussurea franchetii, Saussurea chionophylla, Saussurea macrolepis, Saussurea rockii, Saussurea polygonifolia, Saussurea kingii, Saussurea maximowiczii, Saussurea scabrida, Saussurea obvallata, Saussurea graciliformis, Saussurea virgata, Saussurea amabilis, Saussurea huashanensis, Saussurea riederi, Saussurea sericea, Saussurea laniceps, Saussurea eriostemon, Saussurea porcii, Saussurea kurilensis, Saussurea dolichopoda, Saussurea tunglingensis, Saussurea acroura,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-126711: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.