Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pennata
ID:
76257

Status:
valid

Authors:
Koidz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 29: 156 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075586



Common Names

  • Saussurea pennata
  • Pennate Saussurea
  • Pennata Saussurea


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Description

Saussurea pennata (also called Himalayan Saw-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It is found in alpine meadows, grasslands, and other high-altitude habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea pennata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea pennata is a white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea pennata is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Saussurea pennata

Saussurea pennata is native to the Himalayas. It can be found in dry, rocky hillsides and canyons, often in association with shrubs and grasses.

Saussurea pennata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea pennata?

Saussurea pennata

What is the common name of Saussurea pennata?

Himalayan Snow Lotus

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea pennata?

Alpine meadows and rocky slopes

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-32264: Based on the initial data import
Gen-ichi Koidzumi (1883-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koidz.' in the authors string.