Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
cmp
Year:
1819
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 3: 173 (1819)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000698601
Common Names
- Sedge-Leaved Gentian
- Sedge-Leaved Gentian Flower
- Sedge-Leaved Gentian Plant
Synonyms
- Ericala sedifolia (Kunth) G.Don [unknown]
- Gentiana sedifolia sedifolia [unknown]
- Gentiana sedifolia splendens Wedd. [unknown]
Description
Gentiana sedifolia (also called Sedum-leaved Gentian, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Europe. It grows in rocky, alpine habitats and has bright blue flowers with yellow centers.
Uses & Benefits
Gentiana sedifolia is used in traditional Chinese medicine and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gentiana sedifolia has white to pale blue flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a white root system.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gentiana sedifolia is a hardy perennial that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly during dry periods. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote new blooms.
Where to Find Gentiana sedifolia
Gentiana sedifolia can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Gentiana sedifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gentiana sedifolia?
Gentiana sedifolia
What is the common name of Gentiana sedifolia?
Sedge-leaved gentian
Where does Gentiana sedifolia grow?
Gentiana sedifolia is found in the mountains of Europe and Asia.
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,