Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
praecox
ID:
700062

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Kern. & Jos.Kern.) Dostál ex E.Mayer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Biol. Vestn. 16: 26 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000699395



Common Names

  • Early Gentian
  • Gentianella praecox
  • Praecox Gentian


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Description

Gentianella praecox (also called Marsh Gentian, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gentianella praecox can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Gentianella praecox flower is a small, star-shaped bloom that is usually white or pale pink in color. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gentianella praecox can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. Division is the easiest method, and should be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer, and should be taken from young, healthy shoots. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Gentianella praecox

Gentianella praecox can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana and Wyoming.

Gentianella praecox FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gentianella praecox?

Gentianella praecox

What type of plant is Gentianella praecox?

Gentianella praecox is a flowering plant.

Where is Gentianella praecox found?

Gentianella praecox is found in Ecuador.

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 Dostál (1903-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dostál' in the authors string.
Josef Kerner (1829-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jos.Kern.' in the authors string.
Anton Kerner von Marilaun (1831-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Kern.' in the authors string.
Ernest Mayer (1920-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mayer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1006043-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.