Water
Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season, allowing the top inch to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Saussurea lyrata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas, known for its unique thistle-like appearance and medicinal uses.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
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Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Reduce watering in winter.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers loamy or sandy loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
50% intensity
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
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Tolerates cooler temperatures but protect from hard frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
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Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
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Avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season, allowing the top inch to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead or damaged stems at any time. Deadheading can prevent self-seeding.
Easily propagated from seeds sown in spring or autumn. Can also be propagated by division of clumps in early spring.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, using fresh potting mix. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the previous one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Saussurea Lyrata (Saussurea lyrata)
Where Saussurea Lyrata (Saussurea lyrata) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Saussurea |
| Species | Saussurea lyrata |
Similar in genus Saussurea
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