Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
iberica
ID:
498643

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. ex C.A.Mey.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Beitr. Pflanzenk. Russ. Reiches 6: 61 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497975

Common Names

  • Iberica Swertia
  • Iberica Gentian
  • Iberica Swertia

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Description

Swertia iberica (also called Iberian Swertia, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with a single stem and a cluster of leaves at the base. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Swertia iberica is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Swertia iberica has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swertia iberica is an herbaceous perennial that is native to the Himalayan region. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.

Where to Find Swertia iberica

Swertia iberica can be found in the Himalayan region of India and Nepal.

Swertia iberica FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Swertia iberica?

Swertia iberica is found in the mountains of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

What is the preferred soil type for Swertia iberica?

Swertia iberica prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

What is the optimal temperature for Swertia iberica?

Swertia iberica prefers cool temperatures, between 45-65°F (7-18°C).

Species in the Swertia genus

Swertia zeylanica, Swertia wattii, Swertia welwitschii, Swertia woodii, Swertia yezo-alpina, Swertia steenisii, Swertia striata, Swertia swertopsis, Swertia tashiroi, Swertia taylorii, Swertia lurida, Swertia staintonii, Swertia mildbraedii, Swertia mileensis, Swertia thomsonii, Swertia iberica, Swertia grandiflora, Swertia lastii, Swertia lactea, Swertia japonica, Swertia lawii, Swertia leduci, Swertia longifolis, Swertia juzepczukii, Swertia javanica, Swertia scottii, Swertia schimperi, Swertia schugnanica, Swertia punctata, Swertia ramosa, Swertia volkensii, Swertia pumila, Swertia papuana, Swertia nepalensis, Swertia oxyphylla, Swertia obtusa, Swertia pseudochinensis, Swertia polynectaria, Swertia pseudohookeri, Swertia perennis, Swertia piloglandulosa, Swertia pinetorum, Swertia alternifolia, Swertia acaulis, Swertia densifolia, Swertia crassiuscula, Swertia crossoloma, Swertia decurrens, Swertia fedtschenkoana, Swertia corymbosa,

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

Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:370936-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.