Status:
valid
Authors:
Hul
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 64: 173 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507303
Common Names
- Gentiana khammouanensis
- Khammouan Gentiana
- Khammouan Gentian
Description
Gentiana khammouanensis (also called Khammouan gentian, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gentianaceae family. It is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Laos, Vietnam, and Thailand, and grows in grasslands, scrub, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Gentiana khammouanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its roots are used for making traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gentiana khammouanensis is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gentiana khammouanensis is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Gentiana khammouanensis
Gentiana khammouanensis is native to Laos.
Gentiana khammouanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gentiana khammouanensis?
Gentiana khammouanensis
What is the natural habitat of Gentiana khammouanensis?
It is found in limestone areas in Laos and Vietnam.
What are the characteristics of Gentiana khammouanensis?
It is a perennial herb with white or pink flowers and a long, slender stem.
Species in the Gentiana genus
Gentiana khammouanensis,
Gentiana bambuseti,
Gentiana acaulis,
Gentiana affinis,
Gentiana alba,
Gentiana albicalyx,
Gentiana albomarginata,
Gentiana algida,
Gentiana alii,
Gentiana alpina,
Gentiana alsinoides,
Gentiana altigena,
Gentiana altorum,
Gentiana ambigua,
Gentiana amplicrater,
Gentiana andrewsii,
Gentiana angustifolia,
Gentiana anisostemon,
Gentiana aperta,
Gentiana apiata,
Gentiana aquatica,
Gentiana arenicola,
Gentiana arethusae,
Gentiana argentea,
Gentiana arisanensis,
Gentiana aristata,
Gentiana asclepiadea,
Gentiana asterocalyx,
Gentiana atlantica,
Gentiana atuntsiensis,
Gentiana austromontana,
Gentiana autumnalis,
Gentiana baeuerlenii,
Gentiana bavarica,
Gentiana beamanii,
Gentiana bella,
Gentiana bicuspidata,
Gentiana billingtonii,
Gentiana boissieri,
Gentiana bokorensis,
Gentiana borneensis,
Gentiana boryi,
Gentiana brachyphylla,
Gentiana bredboensis,
Gentiana bryoides,
Gentiana burseri,
Gentiana cachemirica,
Gentiana caelestis,
Gentiana caeruleogrisea,
Gentiana caliculata,
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,