Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salwinensis
ID:
40063

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Anthony

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 18: 211 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039392



Common Names

  • Saussurea salwinensis
  • Salwin Snowparsley
  • Salwin Saussurea


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea ochrochlaena Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]

Description

Saussurea salwinensis (also called Salween Sowthistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayas and the mountains of China. It has a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem that can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea salwinensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea salwinensis is a white or pink-tinged star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea salwinensis is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Saussurea salwinensis

Saussurea salwinensis can be found in the Himalayas.

Saussurea salwinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea salwinensis?

Saussurea salwinensis

Where does Saussurea salwinensis grow?

Saussurea salwinensis grows in the alpine meadows of the Rocky Mountains in North America.

What type of soil does Saussurea salwinensis prefer?

Saussurea salwinensis prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.5.

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-138095: Based on the initial data import
John Anthony (1891-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Anthony' in the authors string.