Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tangutica
ID:
11174

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg xxvii. (1881) 489.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010503



Common Names

  • Tangutica Snow Lotus
  • Tangutica Saussurea
  • Saussurea Tangutica


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Description

Saussurea tangutica (also called Tangut saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to the Himalayas, and is commonly found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea tangutica is a popular ornamental plant. It is used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea tangutica has yellowish-white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea tangutica is a low-growing, spreading perennial plant that is native to China. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring and the plants should be spaced about 15 cm apart.

Where to Find Saussurea tangutica

Saussurea tangutica is native to the Himalayas and parts of China.

Saussurea tangutica FAQ

What are the common names of Saussurea tangutica?

Common names of Saussurea tangutica include Chinese saussurea, Tangut saussurea, and Tangut thistle.

What is the scientific name of Saussurea tangutica?

The scientific name of Saussurea tangutica is Saussurea tangutica.

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea tangutica?

Saussurea tangutica is found in dry, sunny areas such as 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,

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