Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robusta
ID:
31113

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ledeb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. 1: 16, t. 65 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030442



Common Names

  • Saussurea Robusta
  • Himalayan Snow Lotus
  • Snow Lotus


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Synonyms

  • Theodorea robusta Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Saussurea robusta (also called robust saw-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas and parts of China. It has large, lobed leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as meadows and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea robusta is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea robusta has white flowers with a diameter of about 5-6 mm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and are covered with white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea robusta is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Saussurea robusta

Saussurea robusta is native to the Himalayas and can be found in India, Nepal, and Tibet.

Saussurea robusta FAQ

What type of plant is Saussurea robusta?

Saussurea robusta is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where does Saussurea robusta grow?

Saussurea robusta grows in the Himalayas.

What is the scientific classification of Saussurea robusta?

Saussurea robusta is classified as a member of the Asteraceae family.

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,

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