Saussurea grandifolia

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Basic Information

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae

Genus: saussurea

Plant ID (slug): saussurea-grandifolia

Numeric ID: 26228

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

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Physical Characteristics

Saussurea grandifolia is a PERENNIAL. 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.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Young leaves - cooked[177].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Saussurea grandifolia