Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wakasugiana
ID:
45502

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kadota

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 79(4): 237 (235-240; figs.) (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044831



Common Names

  • Saussurea wakasugiana
  • Wakasugi's Saussurea
  • Saussurea Wakasugiana


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Description

Saussurea wakasugiana (also called Saussurea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It is a small plant, with a height of up to 40 cm. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea wakasugiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea wakasugiana is a white, tubular floret with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped with a length of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are slender, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea wakasugiana is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting in containers, use a well-draining potting mix and fertilize regularly. When planting in the ground, prepare the soil by adding organic matter and fertilize regularly.

Where to Find Saussurea wakasugiana

Saussurea wakasugiana is native to Japan and can be found in the alpine meadows of the Japanese Alps.

Saussurea wakasugiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea wakasugiana?

Saussurea wakasugiana

What is the family of Saussurea wakasugiana?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Saussurea wakasugiana?

Wakasugiana's Saussurea

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,