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Saussurea

Saussurea

1 9.9
A group of mountain herbs with hairy leaves and purple or blue flowers
  • noun
  • /sɔːˈsʊəriə/
  • Specialized
: Saussurea
  • Many species of Saussurea thrive in high-altitude environments.

Examples

  • The Himalayan variety of Saussurea is prized in traditional medicine.

  • Botanists discovered a new Saussurea species in Central Asia.

  • The Saussurea plant thrives in mountainous regions.

  • Many Saussurea species are found in the Himalayas.

  • Many species of Saussurea thrive in high-altitude environments.

  • The Himalayan variety of Saussurea is prized in traditional medicine.

  • Botanists discovered a new Saussurea species in Central Asia.

Compounds

Saussurea costus
  • Specialized
9.9

A Himalayan herb with purple flowers and a strong-smelling root used in perfume and traditional medicine

Saussurea lappa
  • Specialized
9.9

A plant from the Himalayas with purple flowers and a fragrant root used in perfume and to preserve furs

Surface Forms

Saussurea singular
Saussureas plural

Etymology

Saussurea is named after the Swiss scientist Saussure. He explored the Alps and studied mountain plants, so the name fits these woolly herbs that grow in high mountains and are often used in traditional medicine.