Description
Swertia conaensis (also called Cona Gentian, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant found in the Himalayas. It has a slender stem and grows up to 60 cm tall. The leaves are opposite, ovate to lanceolate, and the flowers are white or yellow. It is found in moist meadows, grassy slopes, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Swertia conaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Swertia conaensis has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.