Status:
valid
Authors:
Trautv. & C.A.Mey.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
in Middend. Reise (Fl. Ochot. 58).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027129
Common Names
- Saussurea Triangulata
- Triangulata Saussurea
- Triangular Saussurea
Synonyms
- Saussurea hoasii Nakai [unknown]
- Saussurea triangulata triangulata [unknown]
- Saussurea triangulata triangulata [unknown]
- Saussurea lanatocephala F.H.Chen [unknown]
- Saussurea derbecki Kom. [unknown]
- Saussurea schischkinii Kom. [unknown]
- Theodorea triangulata Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Saussurea triangulata (also called 'Triangular Saw-wort', among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to the Himalayas. It has a height of up to 1 m and is characterized by its white, triangular flowers. It is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea triangulata is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat colds, coughs, and other respiratory ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Saussurea triangulata is white, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small and black, with a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are small and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saussurea triangulata is an alpine plant native to the Himalayas. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process.
Where to Find Saussurea triangulata
Saussurea triangulata is native to the Himalayas and can be found in alpine meadows, grasslands, and disturbed soils.
Saussurea triangulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saussurea triangulata?
Saussurea triangulata
What is the common name of Saussurea triangulata?
Triangular Saussurea
Where is Saussurea triangulata found?
Saussurea triangulata is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe
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,