Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neopulchella
ID:
119661

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lipsch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 21: 380 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118990



Common Names

  • Saussurea
  • Saussurea Neopulchella
  • Neopulchella


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Synonyms

  • Theodorea neopulchella (Lipsch.) Soják [unknown]

Description

Saussurea neopulchella (also called Himalayan Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It grows to a height of 30cm and has yellow flowers. It is found in alpine meadows, grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea neopulchella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea neopulchella is a small, white, five-petalled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a white-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea neopulchella is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a pot filled with moist, well-drained soil. Division should be done in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Saussurea neopulchella

Saussurea neopulchella is native to the Himalayan region and can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Saussurea neopulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea neopulchella?

Saussurea neopulchella

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea neopulchella?

Alpine meadows and grasslands

What are the common uses of Saussurea neopulchella?

Medicinal, ornamental, and timber

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