Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wellbyi
ID:
125684

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 26: t. 2588 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125013



Common Names

  • Wellby's Saussurea
  • Pussytoes Saussurea
  • Woolly Saussurea


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea hyperiophora Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]

Description

Saussurea wellbyi (also called Wellby's Saw-wort, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 10-50 cm. It has yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is native to Europe and Asia and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea wellbyi is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. Its bright yellow flowers are attractive and can be used to attract pollinators. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea wellbyi has white, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea wellbyi is a hardy, herbaceous perennial plant that grows in sunny, dry areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location in early spring. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Saussurea wellbyi

Saussurea wellbyi is native to the Himalayas and can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Saussurea wellbyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea wellbyi?

Saussurea wellbyi

What are the common names of Saussurea wellbyi?

Wellby's saw-wort

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea wellbyi?

Dry, open woods, meadows, and roadsides

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-861: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.