Great Yellow Gentian
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Great Yellow Gentian
Gentiana lutea
The Great Yellow Gentian is a beautiful flower with bright yellow petals. It grows tall in the mountains and is known for its lovely color and unique shape.
Habitat: Mountain regions
Appearance
The Great Yellow Gentian has tall, unbranched stems topped with whorls of large, vibrant yellow, star-shaped flowers that seem to emerge directly from the leaf axils. Its glossy, deeply veined green leaves grow in pairs along the robust stem, giving it a distinctive tiered appearance in high mountain meadows.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderGentianalesFamilyGentianaceaeGenusGentiana
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It can take up to ten years for a young plant to bloom for the very first time!
Its bright yellow flowers are like trumpets, attracting hungry bees and butterflies!
Its roots are incredibly bitter, used for centuries to make special digestive tonics!
This amazing plant can live for over 50 years, returning bigger and brighter each spring!
Special abilities
Ability
Root Reserve
It develops a massive, deep taproot that stores energy for many years, allowing it to survive harsh mountain winters.
Ability
Patience Bloom
Great Yellow Gentian can live for years before flowering for the first time, waiting for perfect conditions to reproduce.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 100-150 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 3-5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Buff-tailed bumblebee
Bombus terrestris
Gathers nectar and pollen, aiding in reproduction.
pollinates
Western honey bee
Apis mellifera
Collects sweet nectar from its bright yellow flowers.
eaten by
Common vole
Microtus arvalis
May occasionally consume parts of the root or stem.
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.
Medicinal
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
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.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't touch flowers in the wild to keep them safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Great Yellow Gentian?
100-150 cm
How wide does Great Yellow Gentian spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Great Yellow Gentian?
3-5 cm
When does Great Yellow Gentian bloom?
Summer
Is Great Yellow Gentian edible?
No
Is Great Yellow Gentian toxic?
Mild
What is Great Yellow Gentian's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Great Yellow Gentian pollinated?
Insect
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