Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovatifolia
ID:
37774

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.L.Chen & S.Yun Liang

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 19(1): 102 (1981) (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037103



Common Names

  • Saussurea ovatifolia
  • Ovate Saussurea
  • Ovate Hawkweed


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Description

Saussurea ovatifolia (also called Oval-leaf saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Himalayas and grows in open woodlands and grasslands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads with long, slender bracts.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea ovatifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea ovatifolia is a yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, yellow, daisy-like flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea ovatifolia 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 can tolerate moderate frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Saussurea ovatifolia

Saussurea ovatifolia is native to the Himalayan region and can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Saussurea ovatifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea ovatifolia?

Saussurea ovatifolia

What is the family of Saussurea ovatifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Saussurea ovatifolia?

Ovate-Leaved Saussurea

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-135880: Based on the initial data import
Liang Songyun (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Yun Liang' in the authors string.
Yi Ling Chen (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.L.Chen' in the authors string.