Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
loriformis
ID:
87100

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.W.Sm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 8: 114 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086429



Common Names

  • Loriformis Saussurea
  • Loriformis Saw-wort
  • Loriformis Saussurea Saw-wort


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Description

Saussurea loriformis (also called 'Loriform Saussurea', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in dry, rocky areas, such as mountain meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea loriformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used as a food source for livestock. Its flowers are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea loriformis has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea loriformis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, open areas. It is native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Saussurea loriformis

Saussurea loriformis is native to the Himalayas, including parts of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Saussurea loriformis FAQ

What are the common names of Saussurea loriformis?

Common names of Saussurea loriformis include Himalayan snow lotus and snow lotus.

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea loriformis?

Saussurea loriformis is native to the Himalayas and is commonly found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

What is the growth rate of Saussurea loriformis?

Saussurea loriformis has a slow to moderate growth rate.

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,

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