Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
barbellata
ID:
700259

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engelm.) Iltis

Source:
cmp

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Sida 2: 136 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000699592

Common Names

  • Barbellata Gentianopsis
  • Barbellata Gentian
  • Barbellata Gentianella

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Description

Gentianopsis barbellata (also called Fringed Gentian, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with a basal rosette of oblanceolate leaves and a single, erect stem. It is native to North America and typically grows in moist meadows, bogs, and wetland margins.

Uses & Benefits

Gentianopsis barbellata 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gentianopsis barbellata 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 barbellata 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 barbellata

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

Gentianopsis barbellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gentianopsis barbellata?

Gentianopsis barbellata

What are the common names of Gentianopsis barbellata?

No common names

What is the natural habitat of Gentianopsis barbellata?

Gentianopsis barbellata 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

George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.
Hugh Iltis (1925-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iltis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:108750-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.