Yellow Wort
Blackstonia perfoliata
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Basic Information
Family: Gentianaceae
Genus: blackstonia
Plant ID (slug): blackstonia-perfoliata
Numeric ID: 21355
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Blackstonia perfoliata is a ANNUAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). It is in flower from June to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
Europe, including Britain, south from Holland and Germany east to Morocco and W. Asia.
Habitats
Meadow;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Blackstonia perfoliata Yellow Wort