Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
smithiana
ID:
97467

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Gothob. 12: 310 (1938). (1937-1938 publ. 1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096796



Common Names

  • Saussurea smithiana
  • Smith's Saussurea
  • Smith's Saw-wort


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Description

Saussurea smithiana (also called Smith's Saw-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea smithiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and bright purple flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments including fever, colds, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea smithiana is a white-pinkish color, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea smithiana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be propagated by seed or division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Saussurea smithiana

Saussurea smithiana is native to the Himalayas and can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Saussurea smithiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea smithiana?

Saussurea smithiana

What is the common name of Saussurea smithiana?

Smith's Saw-wort

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea smithiana?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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,