Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 16: 200. 1810
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081282
Common Names
- Saussurea angustifolia
- Saussurea
- Angustifolia
Synonyms
- Saussurea angustifolia angustifolia [unknown]
- Serratula angustifolia (L.) Willd. [unknown]
- Saussurea angustifolia angustifolia [unknown]
- Saussurea angustifolia angustifolia [unknown]
- Serratula alpina angustifolia L. [unknown]
Description
Saussurea angustifolia (also called Narrow-Leaf Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers, native to the Himalayas. It is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and respiratory problems.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Saussurea angustifolia var. yukonensis A.E.Porsild
Saussurea angustifolia var. viscida (Hultén) S.L.Welsh
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saussurea angustifolia has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and are covered in small hairs.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saussurea angustifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to divide the plants in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Saussurea angustifolia
Saussurea angustifolia is native to the Himalayas and can be found in alpine meadows.
Saussurea angustifolia FAQ
What are the common names of Saussurea angustifolia?
Saussurea angustifolia is commonly known as the narrow-leaved saussurea.
What is the optimal temperature for Saussurea angustifolia?
The optimal temperature for Saussurea angustifolia is between 15-25°C.
What is the ideal soil pH for Saussurea angustifolia?
The ideal soil pH for Saussurea angustifolia is between 6.5-7.5.
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,