Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nematolepis
ID:
117335

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Ling

Source:
gcc

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Contr. Inst. Bot. Natl. Acad. Peiping 6(2): 67 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116664



Common Names

  • Nematolepis Saussurea
  • Alpine Saussurea
  • Mountain Saussurea


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Description

Saussurea nematolepis (also called Long-leaved snow lotus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has white flowers and is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea nematolepis is a plant used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive purple flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea nematolepis has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are slender with a single stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea nematolepis is an herbaceous perennial that is native to the Himalayas. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division should be done in early spring or late autumn.

Where to Find Saussurea nematolepis

Saussurea nematolepis can be found in the Himalayas.

Saussurea nematolepis FAQ

What type of plant is Saussurea nematolepis?

Saussurea nematolepis is a perennial herb.

Where does Saussurea nematolepis grow?

Saussurea nematolepis is native to the Himalayas.

What are the characteristics of Saussurea nematolepis?

Saussurea nematolepis has long, narrow leaves and produces white flowers in the summer.

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-78050: Based on the initial data import
Yong Ling (1903-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Ling' in the authors string.