Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
lastii
ID:
498654

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Akad. Wiss. Berlin 1891: 337 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497986

Common Names

  • Lastii Swertia
  • Lastii Gentian
  • Lastii Swertia

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Description

Swertia lastii (also called Last's Gentian, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has white flowers with yellow centers and is native to the Alps. It is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Swertia lastii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and borders. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Swertia lastii are yellow in color and have five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swertia lastii is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in summer. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it in spring and summer.

Where to Find Swertia lastii

Swertia lastii is found in the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

Swertia lastii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Swertia lastii?

Swertia lastii

What is the common name of Swertia lastii?

Last's Gentian

Where is Swertia lastii native to?

Central and South America

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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