Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pteridophylla
ID:
68943

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Symb. Sin. 7: 1149 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068272



Common Names

  • Pteridophylla Saussurea
  • Saussurea pteridophylla
  • Pteridophylla Aster


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Description

Saussurea pteridophylla (also called Himalayan snow-parsley, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has a woody rootstock and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are white. It grows in rocky and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea pteridophylla is used in traditional medicine, as an ornamental plant, and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea pteridophylla is a yellow, daisy-like bloom with many petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea pteridophylla can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Saussurea pteridophylla

Saussurea pteridophylla is native to East Asia and can be found in alpine meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Saussurea pteridophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea pteridophylla?

Saussurea pteridophylla

What is the common name of Saussurea pteridophylla?

Pteridophylla

What is the family of Saussurea pteridophylla?

Asteraceae

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