Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nikoensis
ID:
41177

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch. & Sav.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Jap. ii. 407.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040506

Common Names

  • Niko's Saussurea
  • Niko's Saw-wort
  • Niko's Cottonweed

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Synonyms

  • Theodorea nikoensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Saussurea nikoensis nikoensis [unknown]

Description

Saussurea nikoensis (also called Nikko Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the sunflower family. It has yellow flower heads with a diameter of 2-3 cm and a yellow centre. It is native to Japan and is found in grasslands, roadsides and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea nikoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Saussurea nikoensis var. sessiliflora (Koidz.) Kitam.
Saussurea nikoensis var. involucrata (Matsum. & Koidz.) Kitam.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea nikoensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea nikoensis is a perennial herb native to Japan. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and plant it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a well-draining soil.

Where to Find Saussurea nikoensis

Saussurea nikoensis is native to Japan and can be found in the wild in the northern part of the country.

Saussurea nikoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea nikoensis?

Saussurea nikoensis

What is the common name of Saussurea nikoensis?

Niko's Saussurea

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea nikoensis?

Saussurea nikoensis is native to Japan and can be found in 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-139172: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Paul Amédée Ludovic Savatier (1830-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sav.' in the authors string.