Purple Gentian

Gentiana purpurea, Gentianaceae

Zones

4–7

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorDynamic AccumulatorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Alpine LovageLigusticum mutellina

Nurse PlantWind Protection

Costus RootSaussurea costus

Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Large-leaved GentianGentiana macrophylla

Pollinator SharingNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Chinese AconiteAconitum carmichaelii

Aconitine and related alkaloids from Chinese aconite are highly toxic and allelopathic, inhibiting growth of other alpine medicinal plants like purple gentian.

Uses

Functions

Medicinal Root ProductionAlpine GardeningBiodiversity Support

Medicinal Uses

Digestive DisordersLiver SupportAppetite StimulantFever ReductionGastritis

Common Questions

What zones does Purple Gentian grow in?

Purple Gentian grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 7.

What are good companion plants for Purple Gentian?

Good companions for Purple Gentian include Alpine Lovage, Costus Root, Large-leaved Gentian.

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