Gentianopsis lanceolata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
700281
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Iltis
Source:
cmp
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Sida 2: 135 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000699614
Common Names
- Lanceolate Gentianopsis
- Gentianopsis lanceolata
- Gentianopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gentianopsis lanceolata (also called Fringed Gentian, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has opposite leaves and small, blue-violet flowers. It is native to North America and grows in moist meadows, bogs, and wet woods.
Uses & Benefits
Gentianopsis lanceolata 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 lanceolata is a small, bell-shaped flower with five lobes. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gentianopsis lanceolata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 3-9.
Where to Find Gentianopsis lanceolata
Gentianopsis lanceolata can be found in North America and Europe.
Gentianopsis lanceolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gentianopsis lanceolata?
Gentianopsis lanceolata
What are the common names of Gentianopsis lanceolata?
No common names
What is the natural habitat of Gentianopsis lanceolata?
Gentianopsis lanceolata is found in the alpine meadows of the Himalayas
Species in the Gentianopsis genus
Gentianopsis barbata, Gentianopsis barbellata, Gentianopsis ciliata, Gentianopsis contorta, Gentianopsis crinita, Gentianopsis detonsa, Gentianopsis doluchanovii, Gentianopsis grandis, Gentianopsis holopetala, Gentianopsis komarovii, Gentianopsis lanceolata, Gentianopsis lutea, Gentianopsis macounii, Gentianopsis macrantha, Gentianopsis nesophila, Gentianopsis paludosa, Gentianopsis simplex, Gentianopsis thermalis, Gentianopsis victorinii, Gentianopsis virgata, Gentianopsis yabei,
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 Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' 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:108760-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.