Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
88826

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Koidz.) Kadota

Source:
gcc

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 84(3): 182 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088155



Common Names

  • Siberian Snow Lotus
  • Sessile-flowered Snow Lotus
  • Himalayan Snow Lotus


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea tanakae sessiliflora Koidz. [unknown]

Description

Saussurea sessiliflora (also called Sessile-flowered Saussurea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to California. It has white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in open grasslands, chaparral, and coastal sage scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea sessiliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea sessiliflora is white and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea sessiliflora is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayan region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Saussurea sessiliflora

Saussurea sessiliflora is found in the Himalayas of Central Asia.

Saussurea sessiliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea sessiliflora?

Saussurea sessiliflora

What is the common name of Saussurea sessiliflora?

Sessile-flowered Saussurea

What type of plant is Saussurea sessiliflora?

Herbaceous perennial

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

Gen-ichi Koidzumi (1883-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koidz.' in the authors string.
Yuichi Kadota (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kadota' in the authors string.