Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serratuloides
ID:
67381

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 20(II): 35 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066710



Common Names

  • Saussurea serratuloides
  • Serrated Sawwort
  • Himalayan Sawwort


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Description

Saussurea serratuloides (also called Serrate-Leaved Saw-Wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves with white flowers. It grows in rocky areas, meadows, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea serratuloides is used as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal plant to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea serratuloides is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea serratuloides is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Saussurea serratuloides

Saussurea serratuloides is native to Asia and can be found in nurseries and garden centers in that region.

Saussurea serratuloides FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Saussurea serratuloides?

Saussurea serratuloides prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C.

What is the best way to propagate Saussurea serratuloides?

Saussurea serratuloides can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and divisions can be done in spring or early summer.

How often should Saussurea serratuloides be watered?

Saussurea serratuloides should be watered regularly during the growing season, but should not be overwatered. During the winter, it should only be watered if the soil is dry.

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,

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