Saussurea nigrescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigrescens
ID:
34695
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maxim.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg xxvii. (1881) 491.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034024
Common Names
- Nigrescens saussurea
- Black saussurea
- Nigrescens saussurea aster
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Saussurea nigrescens (also called Black Salsify, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers and hairy stems and leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in grassy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea nigrescens is used as a medicinal herb for treating respiratory conditions, as an ornamental plant in gardens, and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Saussurea nigrescens is a white color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Saussurea nigrescens is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal care once established.
Where to Find Saussurea nigrescens
Saussurea nigrescens is native to the Himalayas and can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands.
Saussurea nigrescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saussurea nigrescens?
Saussurea nigrescens
What type of plant is Saussurea nigrescens?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Saussurea nigrescens native to?
It is native to China
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-132891: Based on the initial data import
Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.