Status:
valid
Authors:
Franch.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) ii. (1888) 357.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126983
Common Names
- Saussurea ciliaris
- Himalayan Blue Thistle
- Himalayan Cotton Thistle
Synonyms
- Saussurea ciliaris ciliaris [unknown]
- Saussurea ciliaris ciliaris [unknown]
- Saussurea ciliaris major Ling [unknown]
- Saussurea ciliaris angustissima Kitam. [unknown]
Description
Saussurea ciliaris (also called Yellow Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in alpine meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea ciliaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saussurea ciliaris has white flowers with yellow centers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saussurea ciliaris is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by seed or division in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently.
Where to Find Saussurea ciliaris
Saussurea ciliaris is native to the Himalayas. It can be found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Saussurea ciliaris FAQ
What is the common name of Saussurea ciliaris?
Saussurea ciliaris is commonly known as ciliated saussurea.
What are the medicinal uses of Saussurea ciliaris?
Saussurea ciliaris has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin problems.
What is the best way to grow Saussurea ciliaris?
Saussurea ciliaris prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to water it regularly and fertilize it every few weeks.
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,