Saussurea rara - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rara
ID:
118540
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kitam.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 4: 77 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117869
Common Names
- Rara Saussurea
- Saussurea Rara
- Rara Saw-wort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Saussurea rara (also called Rare Saw-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas and Tibet. It is found in alpine meadows and grasslands, as well as rocky slopes and scree.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea rara is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food and for its ability to attract beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Saussurea rara are yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Saussurea rara is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in dry areas. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Saussurea rara
Saussurea rara is native to the Himalayas and can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands. It is also found in parts of China, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Saussurea rara FAQ
What are the common names of Saussurea rara?
Common names of Saussurea rara include Rare Saussurea and Rare Saussurea.
What is the natural habitat of Saussurea rara?
Saussurea rara is native to North America and can be found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.
What is the growth habit of Saussurea rara?
Saussurea rara is an annual herb with a spreading growth habit.
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
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:242587-1: Based on the initial data import