Gentiana tibetica (Tibetan Gentian)
Botanical Information
| Family | Gentianaceae |
| Genus | Gentiana |
| Species | tibetica |
| Category | Perennials |
| Origin | Himalayas |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | An essential ingredient in medicinal "bitters". |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 3a - 7b |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 4 |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -39 - (-14) |
| Temperature (°F) | -40 - 5 |
| Height | 45 - 60 cm |
| Spread | 30 - 45 cm |
| Growth | Slow |
| Flowering Period | July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
| Landscape | Border planting and cottage gardens. |
| Propagation | Seed. |
| Cultivation | Full sun and partial-shade. Well-drained soil with a pH of 6.6 - 7.8 (neutral and mildly alkaline). |
| Notable Specimens | The Devonian Botanic Gardens, Devon, Alberta, Canada. |
| Habitat | Forest margins. |
| Leaf Description | Glossy, broad leaves. |
| Flower Description | Flowers appear on the top of stems in clusters. |
| Colour Description | The flowers are greenish-white. The leaves are a deep green. |
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