Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saichanensis
ID:
138524

Status:
valid

Authors:
Komarov ex Lipsch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 20: 340 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137853



Common Names

  • Saussurea Saichanensis
  • Chinese Snow Lotus
  • Kumaon Snow Lotus


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Description

Saussurea saichanensis (also called Saichan's Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 50 cm tall. It is native to the mountains of Central Asia and grows in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea saichanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, inflammation, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea saichanensis is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea saichanensis is a perennial herb native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year.

Where to Find Saussurea saichanensis

Saussurea saichanensis is native to the Himalayas and can be found in dry, rocky areas, often on slopes and in open woods.

Saussurea saichanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea saichanensis?

Saussurea saichanensis

What is the common name of Saussurea saichanensis?

Saichan's Saw-Wort

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea saichanensis?

Grasslands and disturbed sites

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