Swertia paniculata

Swertia paniculata

Native to:
India | Myanmar | Nepal | Pakistan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Gentianaceae
Genus:
Swertia
Species:
Swertia paniculata

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
150 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
aug,sep,oct
Bloom Colors:
white, greenish-white, blue

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4-8 weeks before sowing; surface sow on moist medium.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash