Swertia trichotoma - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trichotoma
ID:
1416634
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wight ex C.B.Clarke
Source:
wcvp
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 4: 126 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429099
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Swertia trichotoma (also called Three-Haired Swertia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be found in the understory of tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Swertia trichotoma is a herbaceous perennial that is used as a ground cover in shady areas. It has attractive foliage and is a good choice for rock gardens and woodland gardens. It is also used as an ornamental plant in borders and containers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Swertia trichotoma is a small, yellow-green spikelet, with each spikelet containing a single flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, grass-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Swertia trichotoma is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a shady location. Division is best done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Swertia trichotoma
Swertia trichotoma is native to the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Swertia trichotoma FAQ
What is the scientific name of Swertia trichotoma?
Swertia trichotoma
What is the common name of Swertia trichotoma?
Three-lobed swertia
What is the natural habitat of Swertia trichotoma?
Grassy areas, open woodlands, and disturbed sites
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,
References
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60462308-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.