Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pterocaulon
ID:
130077

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Voy. Inde 4(Bot.): 95, t. 103 (Apr 1835 - Dec 1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129406



Common Names

  • Himalayan Cotton
  • Pterocaulon Cotton
  • Saussurea pterocaulon


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea clarkei Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Theodorea clarkei Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Saussurea pterocaulon (also called Winged Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea pterocaulon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used as a medicinal plant and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea pterocaulon is a small, white, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea pterocaulon is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Saussurea pterocaulon

Saussurea pterocaulon is native to the Himalayas and Central Asia. It can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Saussurea pterocaulon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea pterocaulon?

Saussurea pterocaulon

What is the common name of Saussurea pterocaulon?

Winged Saussurea

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea pterocaulon?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands 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,