Gentiana lutea (Yellow Gentian)
Botanical Information
| Family | Gentianaceae |
| Genus | Gentiana |
| Species | lutea |
| Category | Perennials |
| Origin | Native to the mountains of central and southern Europe. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | The root is occasionally used in the manufacture of gentian bitters and as flavouring in beer before the use of hops. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 - 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 5 |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 1.2 m |
| Spread | 0.6 m |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | July, August |
Description and Growing Information
| Propagation | Seed. |
| Cultivation | Full sun and partial-shade. Well-drained soil with a pH of acidic, neutral and alkaline. Prefers sandy, loamy and clay soils. |
| Notable Specimens | The University of Alberta Botanic Garden, Devon, Alberta, Canada. |
| Habitat | Grassy alpine. |
| Leaf Description | Large, elliptical and opposed leaves. Hollow stalk that grows up to 1 m high. |
| Flower Description | The tap root forms a single basal rosette. The stalk bears a wheel-shaped 5-pointed corolla. The flowers are hermaphrodite. |
| Colour Description | The blooms are a yellowish-gold. The leaves are a bluish-green. |
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