Gentianella campestris
(L.) Borner
Field gentian
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Summary
Source: WikipediaGentianella campestris, common name field gentian, is a small herbaceous biennial flowering plant in the Gentianaceae (gentian family) native to Europe. Its bluish-purple flowers contain four petals.
Description
A small herb that takes 2 years to complete its lifecycle. It grows 3-30 cm tall. The leaves are opposite and oval. The flowers are 2-3 cm in size. They are bluish-purple.
Edible Uses
The leaves are used as a flavouring for bitter liqueurs and as a substitute for hops.
Traditional Uses
It is used as a flavouring for bitter liqueurs and as a substitute for hops.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant. It has been recorded in the alps between 1,000-2,300 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
England, Europe, Ireland, Sweden,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Feld Gentianelle
References (1)
- Seidemann J., 2005, World Spice Plants. Economic Usage, Botany, Taxonomy. Springer. p 165
