Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
tornezyana
ID:
699490

Status:
valid

Authors:
Litard. & Maire

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Sci. Nat. Maroc 6: 17 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000698823



Common Names

  • Tornezyana Gentian
  • Tornezyana Gentian Plant
  • Tornezyana Gentian Flower


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Description

Gentiana tornezyana (also called Tornez's Gentian, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and an erect stem. It is native to the Himalayan region and grows in moist meadows and grasslands at altitudes of 3,000-4,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Gentiana tornezyana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a bright yellow flower and is known for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gentiana tornezyana has white or pale pink flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gentiana tornezyana is a perennial plant that is native to the Himalayas. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and should be covered lightly with soil. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Gentiana tornezyana

Gentiana tornezyana is native to Europe and Asia. It can be found in moist meadows, grasslands, and woodlands.

Gentiana tornezyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gentiana tornezyana?

Gentiana tornezyana

What is the common name of Gentiana tornezyana?

Tornezyana Gentian

What is the natural habitat of Gentiana tornezyana?

Mountain meadows and grasslands

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

René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
René Verriet de Litardière (1888-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Litard.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:369043-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.