Gentiana decumbens
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Basic Information
Family: Gentianaceae
Genus: gentiana
Plant ID (slug): gentiana-decumbens
Numeric ID: 21400
USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Gentiana decumbens is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bumblebees, butterflies. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - Himalayas to Siberia.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Stomachic A tincture of the plant is used as a stomachic[240].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Gentiana decumbens