Status:
valid
Authors:
Lipsch.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Nat. Mosc., Biol. n. s., lix. Livr. 76. 1954
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042057
Common Names
- Saussurea Pseudomalitiosa
- False Saussurea
- False Malitiosa
Description
Saussurea pseudomalitiosa (also called Chinese hawksbeard, among many other common names) is a biennial or perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in alpine meadows and grasslands at elevations of 3,000-4,500 m. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate cold temperatures and drought.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea pseudomalitiosa is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saussurea pseudomalitiosa has small yellow flowers with a flat-topped shape. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saussurea pseudomalitiosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Saussurea pseudomalitiosa
Saussurea pseudomalitiosa is found in the Himalayas, from India to Nepal.
Saussurea pseudomalitiosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saussurea pseudomalitiosa?
Saussurea pseudomalitiosa
What type of plant is Saussurea pseudomalitiosa?
It is a perennial herb
Where does Saussurea pseudomalitiosa grow?
It grows in the Himalayas
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,