Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
nyalamensis
ID:
698778

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.N.Ho

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 23: 46 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000698111

Common Names

  • Nyalam Gentian
  • Nyalam Gentian
  • Nyalam Gentian

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Description

Gentiana nyalamensis (also called Nyalam Gentian, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, erect stem with a terminal flower. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Gentiana nyalamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a dye.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gentiana nyalamensis var. parviflora T.N.Ho
Gentiana nyalamensis var. nyalamensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gentiana nyalamensis are usually blue or violet and have a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gentiana nyalamensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It prefers moist soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division of the clumps can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Gentiana nyalamensis

Gentiana nyalamensis is native to the Himalayas in Tibet, India, and Nepal.

Gentiana nyalamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gentiana nyalamensis?

Gentiana nyalamensis

What is the common name of Gentiana nyalamensis?

Nyalam Gentian

What is the natural habitat of Gentiana nyalamensis?

Mountain meadows, grassy slopes, and rocky areas

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

Ting Nung Ho (1938-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.N.Ho' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:906193-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.