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