Clusius' gentian
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Clusius' gentian
Gentiana clusii
Clusius' gentian is a beautiful flower that blooms in bright blue. It grows in the mountains and is a special sight to see during the summer months.
Habitat: Mountain regions
Appearance
The Clusius' gentian has intensely deep blue, trumpet-shaped flowers that point upwards. Its large, solitary blooms sit atop short stems, surrounded by a rosette of glossy, bright green leaves. This low-growing alpine plant is distinct with its pure, striking blue.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderGentianalesFamilyGentianaceaeGenusGentiana
Category
PlantsRarity
Rare
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Each flower is a single, show-stopping trumpet, usually growing all by itself on a stem!
For centuries, its roots have been used to create very bitter, traditional herbal liqueurs.
Its incredible blue color is often called "gentian blue," named after itself!
This hardy flower can actually bloom right after the snow melts in high mountains.
Special abilities
Ability
Alpine Survivor
Clusius' gentian can grow in harsh, rocky mountain environments thanks to its compact form and tough root system.
Ability
Pollinator Beacon
Clusius' gentian has brilliantly blue, wide-open trumpet flowers that act like a visual magnet for alpine bees and other insects.
Ability
Sweet Nectar Trap
Clusius' gentian can produce sweet nectar deep inside its long, trumpet-shaped flowers, attracting long-tongued insect pollinators.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 5-15 cm
- Spread
- 10-20 cm
- Flower Size
- 3-6 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late Spring to early Summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
buff-tailed bumblebee
Bombus terrestris
attracted to its deep blue flowers and nectar
pollinates
European honey bee
Apis mellifera
visits flowers for nectar and pollen in alpine areas
eaten by
Alpine ibex
Capra ibex
grazes on various alpine plants, including gentians
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Mountain
This habitat trait identifies species found in mountainous regions, characterized by high elevation, steep slopes, and varying climate zones.
Endangered
Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Don't pick the flowers; they are best enjoyed in nature!
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Clusius' gentian?
5-15 cm
How wide does Clusius' gentian spread?
10-20 cm
How big are the flowers on Clusius' gentian?
3-6 cm
When does Clusius' gentian bloom?
Late Spring to early Summer
Is Clusius' gentian edible?
No
Is Clusius' gentian toxic?
None
What is Clusius' gentian's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Clusius' gentian pollinated?
Insect
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