Swertia japonica
East Asian Swertia
Also known as: Frasera japonica (Schult.) Toyok. +5 more
- Frasera japonica (Schult.) Toyok.
- Ophelia japonica (Schult.) Griseb.
- Ophelia japonica f. littoralis (Hid.Takah.) Toyok. & Y.Toyok.
- Swertia japonica f. chionantha F.Maek.
- Swertia japonica var. littoralis Hid.Takah.
- Synallodia japonica Raf.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Gentianaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual or biennial.
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Originating in Temperate Asia, Swertia japonica (commonly known as East Asian swertia) is an annual or biennial belonging to the Gentianaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Biennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Eastern Asia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Japan, Korea