Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
superba
ID:
115790

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Anthony

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 18: 212 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115119



Common Names

  • Superb Saussurea
  • Superb Saussurea-bush
  • Superb Saussurea-shrub


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Description

Saussurea superba (also called 'Superb Saussurea', among many other common names) is a perennial plant that is native to the mountains of East Asia. It has white flowers with long, narrow leaves and prefers to grow in rocky, grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea superba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea superba is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea superba is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It can tolerate some drought but will need supplemental watering during dry spells. It is best to divide the plants every 3-4 years to keep them healthy and vigorous.

Where to Find Saussurea superba

Saussurea superba is native to the Himalayas, where it is found in Bhutan, India, Nepal, and Tibet.

Saussurea superba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea superba?

Saussurea superba

What is the common name of Saussurea superba?

Superb Saussurea

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea superba?

Grassy slopes, rocky cliffs, and 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,

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