Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
692865

Status:
valid

Authors:
Douglas ex Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 2: 66 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692198

Common Names

  • Frasera speciosa
  • Showy Green Gentian
  • Showy Gentian

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Synonyms

  • Tesseranthium macrophyllum Rydb. [unknown]
  • Tesseranthium stenosepalum Rydb. [unknown]
  • Tesseranthium speciosum Rydb. [unknown]
  • Tesseranthium angustifolium Rydb. [unknown]

Description

Frasera speciosa (also called American Columbo, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a single stem, and grows to a height of up to 1.5m. Its leaves are lanceolate, and its flowers are yellowish-green. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as prairies and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Frasera speciosa 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 speciosa 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Frasera speciosa 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 speciosa

Frasera speciosa can be found in the western United States, primarily in the Rocky Mountains.

Frasera speciosa FAQ

What are the common names of Frasera speciosa?

Showy green gentian, showy frasera

What is the natural habitat of Frasera speciosa?

Open woodlands, meadows, and grassy slopes

What is the blooming period of Frasera speciosa?

June to August

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,

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
David Douglas (1799-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Douglas' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:367689-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.