Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
caroliniensis
ID:
692840

Status:
valid

Authors:
Walter

Source:
cmp

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Fl. Carol. : 88 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692173

Common Names

  • Carolina Green Gentian
  • Carolina Gentian
  • Fraser's Gentian

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Description

Frasera caroliniensis (also called Carolina Green Gentian, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to western North America. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in dry, open grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Frasera caroliniensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Frasera caroliniensis has white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the summer. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Frasera caroliniensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division of the root clumps. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade, and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and heat.

Where to Find Frasera caroliniensis

Frasera caroliniensis can be found in the southeastern United States, primarily in the Appalachian Mountains.

Frasera caroliniensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Frasera caroliniensis?

Frasera caroliniensis

What is the common name of Frasera caroliniensis?

Carolina frasera

What is the natural habitat of Frasera caroliniensis?

Dry, open areas of eastern North America

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

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