Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
morifolia
ID:
60494

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.H.Chen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bull. Fan Mem. Inst. Biol. , Bot. 8: 123 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059823



Common Names

  • Morifolia Saussurea
  • Saussurea morifolia
  • Morifolia Snowparsley


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Description

Saussurea morifolia (also called Morifolia Saw-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, deserts, and scrublands. It has several stems that grow from a single base and are covered in small, white flowers. The flowers are composed of five petals and have a yellow center.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea morifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It has also been used for its medicinal properties, such as its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea morifolia is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea morifolia is a perennial herb that is native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Saussurea morifolia should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Saussurea morifolia

Saussurea morifolia is native to the Himalayas and can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands at elevations of 2,000-4,000 meters.

Saussurea morifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea morifolia?

Saussurea morifolia

What is the common name of Saussurea morifolia?

Morifolia Saussurea

What is the habitat of Saussurea morifolia?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

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-16892: Based on the initial data import
Chen Feng Huai (1900-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.H.Chen' in the authors string.