Saussurea polystichoides
Also known as: Theodorea polystichodes (Hook.fil.) Kuntze +1 more
- Theodorea polystichodes (Hook.fil.) Kuntze
- Theodorea polystichoides Kuntze
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Asteraceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Saussurea polystichoides is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Asteraceae family. Naturally occurring in Tropical Asia, this species is primarily associated with subalpine or subarctic conditions. It is part of the broad Saussurea genus, encompassing over 500 species globally.
Macro Climate
Cold
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TROPICAL
Regions (WGSRPD)
Indian Subcontinent
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
East Himalaya, Nepal, West Himalaya