Saussurea lyratifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lyratifolia
ID:
26013
Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.L.Chen & S.Yun Liang
Source:
gcc
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 19(1): 95 (1981) (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025342
Common Names
- Saussurea lyratifolia
- Lyrate Saussurea
- Lyrate Hawkweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Saussurea lyratifolia (also called 'Lanceleaf Saw-wort', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea lyratifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Saussurea lyratifolia is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is an achene, a small, dry, one-seeded fruit. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Saussurea lyratifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Saussurea lyratifolia
Saussurea lyratifolia is native to the Himalayan region and can be found in the wild in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Saussurea lyratifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saussurea lyratifolia?
Saussurea lyratifolia
What type of plant is Saussurea lyratifolia?
It is a herb
Where is Saussurea lyratifolia found?
It is found in the Himalayan region
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-124478: Based on the initial data import
Liang Songyun (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Yun Liang' in the authors string.
Yi Ling Chen (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.L.Chen' in the authors string.