Saussurea salicifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salicifolia
ID:
45746
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. xvi. (1810) 200.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045075
Common Names
- Saussurea salicifolia
- Willowleaf Sowthistle
- Willow-Leaf Sowthistle
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- Saussurea salicifolia salicifolia [unknown]
- Serratula salicifolia L. [unknown]
- Serratula salicifolia Lepech. [unknown]
- Theodorea salicifolia Kuntze [unknown]
- Heterotrichum leptophyllum M.Bieb. ex DC. [unknown]
Description
Saussurea salicifolia (also called Willow-Leaf Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in dry, open habitats such as sagebrush steppe and chaparral.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea salicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Saussurea salicifolia is white and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.
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Saussurea salicifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It should be grown in full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Saussurea salicifolia
Saussurea salicifolia can be found in the Himalayas, Central Asia, and parts of China. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Saussurea salicifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saussurea salicifolia?
Saussurea salicifolia
What type of plant is Saussurea salicifolia?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Saussurea salicifolia found?
It is native to the Himalayas
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
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-143595: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.