Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
barbata
ID:
700256

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Froel.) Ma

Source:
cmp

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. 1: 8 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000699589

Common Names

  • Barbata Gentianopsis
  • Barbata Gentian
  • Barbata Gentianella

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Description

Gentianopsis barbata (also called bearded gentian, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gentianopsis barbata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas and medicines. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gentianopsis barbata sub. raupii (A.E.Porsild) Elven
Gentianopsis barbata var. stenocalyx H.W.Li ex T.N.Ho
Gentianopsis barbata var. alboflavida T.N.Ho
Gentianopsis barbata sub. barbata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gentianopsis barbata is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gentianopsis barbata is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring or late autumn. Division should be done in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Gentianopsis barbata

Gentianopsis barbata can be found in the Himalayan region of India and Nepal.

Gentianopsis barbata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gentianopsis barbata?

Gentianopsis barbata

What are the common names of Gentianopsis barbata?

No common names

What is the natural habitat of Gentianopsis barbata?

Gentianopsis barbata is found in the alpine meadows of the Himalayas

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

Josef Aloys Frölich (1766-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Froel.' in the authors string.
Yu Chuan Ma (1916-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ma' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:369371-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.