Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
heterosepala
ID:
699929

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engelm.) Holub

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 2: 117 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000699262



Common Names

  • Heterosepala Gentian
  • Gentianella heterosepala
  • Gentianella heterosepalum


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Description

Gentianella heterosepala (also called Variable-sepal Gentian, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gentianella heterosepala is used as an ornamental plant and can be grown in gardens and pots. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gentianella heterosepala sub. heterosepala
Gentianella heterosepala sub. durangensis Villarreal

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gentianella heterosepala are small and yellow, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gentianella heterosepala is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation can be done by division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings. Stem cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Division of the rhizomes should be done in the spring or fall. The divided rhizomes should be planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Gentianella heterosepala

Gentianella heterosepala can be found in Europe and Asia.

Gentianella heterosepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gentianella heterosepala?

Gentianella heterosepala

What is the natural habitat of Gentianella heterosepala?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

What are the common names of Gentianella heterosepala?

Heterosepalous gentian, alpine gentian

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

Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:108690-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.