Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanotricha
ID:
86813

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Anz. Akad. Wiss. Wien, Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 61: 204 (1925) (1924 publ. 1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086142



Common Names

  • Saussurea melanotricha
  • Melanotricha Saussurea
  • Saussurea


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea xanthotricha Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]

Description

Saussurea melanotricha (also called Black-haired Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flower heads. It is native to the Himalayas and grows in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea melanotricha is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea melanotricha is a yellow-green head of small, tubular florets. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are short and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea melanotricha is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Saussurea melanotricha

Saussurea melanotricha can be found in the Himalayas.

Saussurea melanotricha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea melanotricha?

Saussurea melanotricha

What type of plant is Saussurea melanotricha?

Saussurea melanotricha is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where is Saussurea melanotricha found?

Saussurea melanotricha is found in the Himalayas and the Tibetan Plateau.

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