Status:
valid
Authors:
Gudoschn.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Sist. Zametki Mater. Gerb. Krylova Tomsk. Gosud. Univ. Kuybysheva 77-78: 7 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000100770
Common Names
- Saussurea Sajanensis
- Sajan Mountain Wormwood
- Sajan Wormwood
Description
Saussurea sajanensis (also called Sajan Mountain-saxifrage, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Central Asia. It has white flowers and grows to a height of about 1 foot. It is found in dry, open grasslands and disturbed sites. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea sajanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saussurea sajanensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm and a single row of ray florets. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a white midrib.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saussurea sajanensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Saussurea sajanensis
Saussurea sajanensis is found in the mountains of Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia.
Saussurea sajanensis FAQ
What are the growth requirements of Saussurea sajanensis?
Saussurea sajanensis prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
What are the blooming times of Saussurea sajanensis?
Saussurea sajanensis typically blooms in late spring and early summer.
What is the typical size of Saussurea sajanensis?
Saussurea sajanensis typically grows to a height of 8-12 inches and a width of 12-18 inches.
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,