Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amabilis
ID:
9333

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kitam.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 2: 47 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008662

Common Names

  • Lovely Saussurea
  • Amiable Saussurea
  • Amiable Snow-lotus

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Description

Saussurea amabilis (also called Chinese Snow Lotus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayan regions of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet. It typically grows in alpine meadows and grasslands at elevations of 3000-5000 m. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a long flowering stem with white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea amabilis is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea amabilis is a white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea amabilis is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and to fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Saussurea amabilis

Saussurea amabilis is native to the western United States and can be found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.

Saussurea amabilis FAQ

What is Saussurea amabilis?

Saussurea amabilis is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family.

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea amabilis?

Saussurea amabilis is found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.

What is the blooming period of Saussurea amabilis?

Saussurea amabilis typically blooms from July to August.

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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