Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sichuanica
ID:
1335780

Status:
valid

Authors:
Raab-Straube

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Englera 34: 107 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348234



Common Names

  • Saussurea sichuanica
  • Sichuanica Saussurea
  • Sichuanica Saussurea


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Description

Saussurea sichuanica (also called Sichuanica, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with a maximum height of about 1 meter. It is native to the Chinese provinces of Sichuan and Yunnan, and is found in the alpine meadows of the Himalayas. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea sichuanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea sichuanica has white flowers with yellow centers and a red-purple center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea sichuanica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist potting mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Saussurea sichuanica

Saussurea sichuanica is native to China and can be found in the Sichuan province.

Saussurea sichuanica FAQ

What are the common names of Saussurea sichuanica?

Saussurea sichuanica is commonly known as the Sichuan Saussurea.

What is the native range of Saussurea sichuanica?

Saussurea sichuanica is native to the Himalayas.

What is the growth habit of Saussurea sichuanica?

Saussurea sichuanica is an evergreen shrub with a spreading growth habit.

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

Eckhard von Raab-Straube: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raab-Straube' in the authors string.