Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Gentianaceae

Genus:

Chelonanthus

Species:

Chelonanthus longistylus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

purple, violet

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

butterflies, native bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes