Status:
valid
Authors:
Davidson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Bull. S. Calif. Acad. Sci. 11: 77 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692195
Common Names
- Frasera puberulenta
- Hairy-leaved Green Gentian
- Hairy-leaved Gentian
Synonyms
- Swertia albomarginata purpusii Jeps. [unknown]
Description
Frasera puberulenta (also called Pubescent Green-gentian, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to western North America, and is found in dry, sandy soils in open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Frasera puberulenta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Frasera puberulenta has yellow-green flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Frasera puberulenta 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 puberulenta
Frasera puberulenta can be found in the western United States, primarily in the Rocky Mountains.
Frasera puberulenta FAQ
What are the common names of Frasera puberulenta?
Puberulent Green Gentian
What is the natural habitat of Frasera puberulenta?
Dry, open habitats
What is the average height of Frasera puberulenta?
Up to 1.2 m
Species in the Frasera genus
Frasera albicaulis,
Frasera albomarginata,
Frasera caroliniensis,
Frasera coloradensis,
Frasera fastigiata,
Frasera gypsicola,
Frasera montana,
Frasera neglecta,
Frasera paniculata,
Frasera parryi,
Frasera puberulenta,
Frasera speciosa,
Frasera tubulosa,
Frasera umpquaensis,
Frasera ackermaniae,
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,