Gentiana sedifolia

Gentiana sedifolia

Native to:
Bolivia | Colombia | Costa Rica | Mexico | Mexico Southeast | Panamá | Peru

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Gentianaceae
Genus:
Gentiana
Species:
Gentiana sedifolia

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
15 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
blue, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 4-8 weeks to break dormancy; surface sow on moist medium.

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