Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hwangshanensis
ID:
70304

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Ling

Source:
gcc

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Contr. Inst. Bot. Natl. Acad. Peiping 6(2): 79 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069633

Common Names

  • Hwangshan Saussurea
  • Mountain Snow
  • Snow Lotus

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Description

Saussurea hwangshanensis (also called Saussurea hwangshanensis var. hwangshanensis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to East Asia. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of 1-2 m. It grows in open or disturbed areas such as roadsides, pastures, and forests. It is found in temperate regions.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea hwangshanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Saussurea hwangshanensis are white and daisy-like. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea hwangshanensis is a perennial herb that is native to China. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Saussurea hwangshanensis

Saussurea hwangshanensis is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Sichuan, Gansu, and Qinghai.

Saussurea hwangshanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea hwangshanensis?

Saussurea hwangshanensis

What is the common name of Saussurea hwangshanensis?

Hwangshan Mountain Saussurea

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea hwangshanensis?

Alpine meadows and grasslands

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-26450: Based on the initial data import
Yong Ling (1903-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Ling' in the authors string.