Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
kurumbae
ID:
1317728

Status:
valid

Authors:
Anilkumar & Udayan

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 60: 82 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330182



Common Names

  • Gentiana kurumbae
  • Kurumbae Gentiana
  • Kurumba Gentiana


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Description

Gentiana kurumbae (also called Kurumba gentian, among many other common names) is a species of gentian native to India. It is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas such as forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gentiana kurumbae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower for decoration. The plant has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gentiana kurumbae are white or pale blue in colour, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gentiana kurumbae is an herbaceous perennial that is native to India. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Gentiana kurumbae

Gentiana kurumbae can be found in the tropical regions of India.

Gentiana kurumbae FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Gentiana kurumbae?

Gentiana kurumbae is found in tropical rainforests in India.

What is the size of Gentiana kurumbae?

Gentiana kurumbae is a small herb, typically reaching a height of 10-20 cm.

What are the blooming times of Gentiana kurumbae?

Gentiana kurumbae typically blooms in the spring and summer months.

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,

References

Punnakkal S. Udayan (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Udayan' in the authors string.
K.A. Anilkumar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anilkumar' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60468975-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.