Saussurea glacialis

Saussurea glacialis

Native to:
Afghanistan | China | India | Kazakhstan | Kirgizstan | Pakistan | Russia | Tadzhikistan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Saussurea
Species:
Saussurea glacialis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
purple, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 2-3 months before sowing.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash