Saussurea triangulata

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Saussurea triangulata var. alpina
• Saussurea triangulata var. hoasii
• Saussurea hoasii
• Saussurea lanatocephala
• Saussurea schischkinii
• Saussurea derbecki
• Theodorea triangulata

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Saussurea.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the temperate regions of Northeast Asia. In the Russian Far East, its presence is documented across several distinct territories including Amur and Khabarovsk. It also extends further into the maritime regions of Primorye and the island of Saksaklin. Beyond the Russian borders, the species is found within the Manchuria region of China. Together, these locations define the primary natural range for this medicinal species.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Saussurea triangulata is characterized by its presence in diverse and specialized environments, ranging from forest ecosystems and alpine meadows to coastal regions such as seas and shores. This broad ecological distribution suggests an adaptable nature capable of thriving in varied moisture levels and soil compositions, whether within the sheltered, nutrient-rich undergrowth of forests, the open and sun-exposed expanses of meadows, or the saline and wind-swept conditions of maritime shores. Such a wide range of habitats indicates that the species can navigate significant gradients in temperature, light availability, and humidity, allowing it to occupy distinct ecological niches across different landscape types.

Habitat :

forest, meadows, sea, shores

Life history

The life history of Saussurea triangulata is characterized by its classification as a perennial plant, meaning it completes its life cycle over multiple years rather than dying after a single growing season. As a long-lived herbaceous species typically found in high-altitude alpine environments, it undergoes a recurring seasonal cycle involving a period of dormancy during harsh winter months followed by active growth during the warmer summer months. Throughout its perennial lifespan, the plant focuses on establishing a robust root system, which is essential for surviving the extreme conditions of its habitat and serves as a primary storage organ for nutrients. Over successive years, the plant undergoes vegetative growth and periodic reproductive phases, where it produces flowering structures to facilitate seed dispersal, ensuring the continuation of its population within its specific ecological niche.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Saussurea triangulata is characterized by its growth form as a non-woody herb. The plant typically exhibits a stature that ranges from a minimum height of 0.3 m to a maximum height of 1 m.

Growth form :

herb

Plant height max:

1 m

Plant height min:

0.3 m

Woodiness :

non-woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Saussurea triangulata is closely tied to its seasonal phenology in high-altitude environments. The flowering process follows a specific temporal window, characterized by a flowering start period in July. This reproductive phase continues through its development until the flowering end period occurs in August. These specific months define the peak interval for pollination and the subsequent transition toward seed maturation within its natural habitat.

Flowering time :

Jul

Flowering time :

Aug

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Saussurea triangulata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids.

Flavonoids

1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Preparations

Saussurea triangulata has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include MeOH extract.

Meoh extract

1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)