Status:
valid
Authors:
Franch.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) viii. (1894) 353.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028234
Common Names
- Sutchuenensis Snowlotus
- Snowlotus Sutchuenensis
- Sutchuenensis Saussurea
Synonyms
- Saussurea rufostrigillosa rufostrigillosa [unknown]
- Saussurea rufostrigillosa Ling [unknown]
- Saussurea dutaillyana shensiensis Pai [unknown]
- Saussurea rufostrigillosa macrocephala Ling [unknown]
- Saussurea dutaillyana macrocephala (Ling) X.Y.Wu [unknown]
Description
Saussurea sutchuenensis (also called Sichuan Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white or pink flowers and a woolly stem. It is native to China, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and steppes.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea sutchuenensis is a species of flowering plant in the sunflower family. It is native to western North America and is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saussurea sutchuenensis has white flowers with yellow centers, and a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saussurea sutchuenensis is a perennial herb native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.
Where to Find Saussurea sutchuenensis
Saussurea sutchuenensis is native to the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands at elevations of 3,000-5,000 m.
Saussurea sutchuenensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saussurea sutchuenensis?
Saussurea sutchuenensis
What is the common name of Saussurea sutchuenensis?
Sichuan Saussurea
What is the family of Saussurea sutchuenensis?
Asteraceae
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,