Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tibetica
ID:
62382

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Winkl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada xiii. (1894) 242.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061711



Common Names

  • Tibetan Saussurea
  • Tibetan Snow-parsley
  • Saussurea tibetica


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Description

Saussurea tibetica (also called Tibetan snow lotus, Himalayan snow lotus, and many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter tall. It has white, pink, or purple flowers. It is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea tibetica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea tibetica is small and yellow. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea tibetica is a perennial plant that is native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Saussurea tibetica

Saussurea tibetica is native to the Himalayan region, including parts of India, Nepal, and Tibet.

Saussurea tibetica FAQ

What are the common names for Saussurea tibetica?

Saussurea tibetica is commonly known as Tibetan snow lotus.

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea tibetica?

Saussurea tibetica is native to the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

What is the growth habit of Saussurea tibetica?

Saussurea tibetica is a perennial herb that grows to a height of about 1-2 feet (30-60 cm).

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-18733: Based on the initial data import
Constantin Winkler (1848-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Winkl.' in the authors string.