Status:
valid
Authors:
Yi F.Wang, G.Z.Du & Y.S.Lian
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 32(2): 188 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339206
Common Names
- Pseudograminea Saussurea
- Pseudograminea Snow Lotus
- Pseudograminea Snow Plant
Description
Saussurea pseudograminea (also called False Saussurea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub growing to 1 m tall. It is native to China, and is found in rocky areas and cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea pseudograminea is used for its ornamental value in landscaping, as well as for soil stabilization and erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saussurea pseudograminea has small, white flowers with five petals and a long, curved stamen. The seed is a flat, brown, oval shape and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saussurea pseudograminea is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is easily propagated from seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and is tolerant of light frost.
Where to Find Saussurea pseudograminea
Saussurea pseudograminea is found in China.
Saussurea pseudograminea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saussurea pseudograminea?
Saussurea pseudograminea
What is the common name of Saussurea pseudograminea?
False-graminoid Saussurea
What is the natural habitat of Saussurea pseudograminea?
It is native to the Himalayas in India, Nepal, and Bhutan
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
Guo Zhen Du: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Z.Du' in the authors string.