Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micradenia
ID:
16065

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Anz. Akad. Wiss. Wien, Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. lxii. 16 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015394



Common Names

  • Saussurea micradenia
  • Small-Flowered Saussurea
  • Small-Flowered Hawkweed


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Description

Saussurea micradenia (also called the small-flowered saw-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has an erect stem and small, white flowers. It prefers rocky, alpine habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea micradenia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea micradenia is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow center. The seed is small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedling has a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea micradenia is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C.

Where to Find Saussurea micradenia

Saussurea micradenia is native to the Himalayas and can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands. It is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

Saussurea micradenia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea micradenia?

Saussurea micradenia

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea micradenia?

Alpine meadows and grasslands

What is the flowering period of Saussurea micradenia?

April to June

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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