Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
nipponica
ID:
698757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 32: 507 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000698090



Common Names

  • Nipponica Gentian
  • Gentiana nipponica
  • Gentian


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Description

Gentiana nipponica (also called Nippon Gentian, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gentianaceae family. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall, with opposite, lanceolate leaves. It is native to Japan, and grows in meadows, grasslands, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gentiana nipponica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties and is used to treat digestive issues, colds, and fevers. The plant is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gentiana nipponica are usually blue or violet and have a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gentiana nipponica is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Gentiana nipponica

Gentiana nipponica can be found in Japan, in the prefectures of Fukuoka and Saga.

Gentiana nipponica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gentiana nipponica?

Gentiana nipponica

What is the common name of Gentiana nipponica?

Nippon gentian

What is the natural habitat of Gentiana nipponica?

Gentiana nipponica is found in the mountains of the western United States, from California to Montana

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

Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:368568-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.