Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
subuliformis
ID:
699407

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.W.Liu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bull. Nat. Hist. Mus. (London), Bot. 23: 59 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000698740



Common Names

  • Subulate-Form Gentian
  • Subulate-Form Gentian Flower
  • Subulate-Form Gentian Plant


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Description

Gentiana subuliformis (also called Subuliform Gentian, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 65 cm tall. It is native to the Alps and is found in grassy and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gentiana subuliformis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gentiana subuliformis has white to pale blue flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gentiana subuliformis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is best to start seeds indoors in late winter or early spring. Divide plants in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Gentiana subuliformis

Gentiana subuliformis can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington. It is also found in parts of Canada and Mexico.

Gentiana subuliformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gentiana subuliformis?

Gentiana subuliformis

What is the common name of Gentiana subuliformis?

Awl-leaved gentian

Where is Gentiana subuliformis native to?

Eastern North America

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

Shang Wu Liu (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.W.Liu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:974920-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.