Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sagitta
ID:
39049

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier v. 540. (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038378



Common Names

  • Saussurea
  • Sagitta
  • Arrowleaf


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea sagitta sagitta [unknown]
  • Saussurea sagitta yoshizawae Kitam. [unknown]

Description

Saussurea sagitta (also called Arrow Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has a woody stem and its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea sagitta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating liver diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea sagitta has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea sagitta is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-drained, sandy soil in the spring. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The seedlings should be thinned out to prevent overcrowding. Cuttings can also be taken from the plant in the spring and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Saussurea sagitta

Saussurea sagitta is native to the Himalayas and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is most commonly found in parts of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Saussurea sagitta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea sagitta?

Saussurea sagitta

What is the common name of Saussurea sagitta?

Arrowleaf Saussurea

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea sagitta?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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