costus, species of thistle, medicinal plant native to india

altitudes ancient aroma asian ayurveda bokeh chinese close color costus endangered essential field flora flower fundamental garden ghats green hair head herb herbal herbs high himachal himalayan homeopathy incense india jammu kashmir kishenganga kustha kuth lappa macro medicinal medicine nature oil oils perennial perfume perfumery plant pradesh rinse saussurea scent seeds species summer thistle traditional valley western wild wood