Gentiana siphonantha

Gentiana siphonantha

Native to:
China

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Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
blue

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies

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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; surface sow on moist medium and keep cool.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 4°C for 3 weeks, then place at 20°C. Requires light or the seed is very fine. Surface sow and expose to light. * avoid pricking out individually, transplant seedlings in clumps

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society