Status:
valid
Authors:
Herder
Source:
gcc
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 41(II): 26 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038474
Common Names
- Saussurea Stubendorffii
- Stubendorffii Saussurea
- Saussurea
Synonyms
- Theodorea stubendorffii Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Saussurea stubendorffii (also called Stubbendorf's Saussurea, among many other common names) is an alpine perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas and has thin, erect stems with narrow, pointed leaves and small, daisy-like flower heads.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea stubendorffii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscapes. It is also used to provide food and shelter for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Saussurea stubendorffii is a white-pinkish color with a yellow center. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saussurea stubendorffii is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep them in a warm, sunny position. For cuttings, take cuttings in late summer or early autumn and plant them in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and fertilise with a balanced fertiliser every few weeks.
Where to Find Saussurea stubendorffii
Saussurea stubendorffii is native to the Caucasus region of Russia. It can be found in open grasslands and along roadsides.
Saussurea stubendorffii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saussurea stubendorffii?
Saussurea stubendorffii
What is the common name of Saussurea stubendorffii?
Stubendorffii
What is the natural habitat of Saussurea stubendorffii?
Grasslands 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,