Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
fedtschenkoana
ID:
498827

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pissjauk.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 21: 305 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498159

Common Names

  • Swertia Fedtschenkoana
  • Fedtschenko's Swertia
  • Fedtschenko's Gentian

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Description

Swertia fedtschenkoana (also called Fedtschenko's Gentian, among many other common names) is a perennial herb, native to the Himalayas and other parts of Asia. It has a rosette of leaves at the base and a single stem that can reach up to 30 cm tall. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are yellow. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Swertia fedtschenkoana is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Swertia fedtschenkoana has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swertia fedtschenkoana is a small, perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and placed in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Swertia fedtschenkoana

Swertia fedtschenkoana is native to the Himalayas and can be found growing in moist, rocky areas.

Swertia fedtschenkoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Swertia fedtschenkoana?

Swertia fedtschenkoana

What is the common name of Swertia fedtschenkoana?

Fedtschenko's Swertia

What are the characteristics of Swertia fedtschenkoana?

Swertia fedtschenkoana is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1m in height. It has leathery, dark green leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Species in the Swertia genus

Swertia zeylanica, Swertia wattii, Swertia welwitschii, Swertia woodii, Swertia yezo-alpina, Swertia steenisii, Swertia striata, Swertia swertopsis, Swertia tashiroi, Swertia taylorii, Swertia lurida, Swertia staintonii, Swertia mildbraedii, Swertia mileensis, Swertia thomsonii, Swertia iberica, Swertia grandiflora, Swertia lastii, Swertia lactea, Swertia japonica, Swertia lawii, Swertia leduci, Swertia longifolis, Swertia juzepczukii, Swertia javanica, Swertia scottii, Swertia schimperi, Swertia schugnanica, Swertia punctata, Swertia ramosa, Swertia volkensii, Swertia pumila, Swertia papuana, Swertia nepalensis, Swertia oxyphylla, Swertia obtusa, Swertia pseudochinensis, Swertia polynectaria, Swertia pseudohookeri, Swertia perennis, Swertia piloglandulosa, Swertia pinetorum, Swertia alternifolia, Swertia acaulis, Swertia densifolia, Swertia crassiuscula, Swertia crossoloma, Swertia decurrens, Swertia fedtschenkoana, Swertia corymbosa,

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,

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