Status:
valid
Authors:
(Franch.) Franch.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 5: 539 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006324
Common Names
- Saussurea Mongolica
- Mongolian Saussurea
- Mongolian Cottonweed
Synonyms
- Saussurea matsumurae Nakai [unknown]
- Saussurea mongolica mongolica [unknown]
- Saussurea mongolica mongolica [unknown]
- Saussurea hopeiensis F.H.Chen [unknown]
- Saussurea ussuriensis mongolica Franch. [unknown]
- Saussurea mongolica viridior Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
- Saussurea mongolica shansiensis (F.H.Chen) Ling [unknown]
Description
Saussurea mongolica (also called Mongolian Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mongolia. It is a low-growing plant with a woody base and hairy stems, and its leaves are deeply divided into narrow lobes. It is found in grassland and alpine meadow habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea mongolica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Saussurea mongolica is a white daisy with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saussurea mongolica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, but will not tolerate wet or water-logged soils. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall or early spring. Divide the clumps in the spring or fall. Water regularly and fertilize lightly.
Where to Find Saussurea mongolica
Saussurea mongolica is native to Mongolia and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.
Saussurea mongolica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saussurea mongolica?
Saussurea mongolica
What is the growth rate of Saussurea mongolica?
Saussurea mongolica grows at a slow to moderate rate.
What is the ideal soil type for Saussurea mongolica?
Saussurea mongolica prefers well-drained, sandy soil.
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,