Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
hsinganica
ID:
1320101

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.H.Yu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 32: 1 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332555

Common Names

  • Gentiana
  • Hsinganica
  • Hsinganica Gentiana

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Description

Gentiana hsinganica (also called Hsingan Gentian, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China. It grows in moist, sandy soils and is characterized by its bright blue flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Gentiana hsinganica is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for animals, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gentiana hsinganica is a bright blue, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Gentiana hsinganica are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gentiana hsinganica is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Gentiana hsinganica

Gentiana hsinganica can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Gentiana hsinganica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gentiana hsinganica?

Gentiana hsinganica

What is the natural habitat of Gentiana hsinganica?

Gentiana hsinganica is native to East Asia.

What are the common uses of Gentiana hsinganica?

Gentiana hsinganica is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Species in the Gentiana genus

Gentiana khammouanensis, Gentiana bambuseti, Gentiana acaulis, Gentiana affinis, Gentiana alba, Gentiana albicalyx, Gentiana albomarginata, Gentiana algida, Gentiana alii, Gentiana alpina, Gentiana alsinoides, Gentiana altigena, Gentiana altorum, Gentiana ambigua, Gentiana amplicrater, Gentiana andrewsii, Gentiana angustifolia, Gentiana anisostemon, Gentiana aperta, Gentiana apiata, Gentiana aquatica, Gentiana arenicola, Gentiana arethusae, Gentiana argentea, Gentiana arisanensis, Gentiana aristata, Gentiana asclepiadea, Gentiana asterocalyx, Gentiana atlantica, Gentiana atuntsiensis, Gentiana austromontana, Gentiana autumnalis, Gentiana baeuerlenii, Gentiana bavarica, Gentiana beamanii, Gentiana bella, Gentiana bicuspidata, Gentiana billingtonii, Gentiana boissieri, Gentiana bokorensis, Gentiana borneensis, Gentiana boryi, Gentiana brachyphylla, Gentiana bredboensis, Gentiana bryoides, Gentiana burseri, Gentiana cachemirica, Gentiana caelestis, Gentiana caeruleogrisea, Gentiana caliculata,

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

Jing Hua Yu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Yu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77118142-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.