Saussurea affinis
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Basic Information
Family: Asteraceae or Compositae
Genus: saussurea
Plant ID (slug): saussurea-affinis
Numeric ID: 8749
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Saussurea affinis is a BIENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - China, Japan.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Shoots Edible Uses: Leaves and young shoots[179]. No more details are given.
Medicinal Uses
Women's complaints The juice of the root is given with other herbs in the treatment of diseases of women[240].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Saussurea affinis