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. |