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Gentiana decora

Showy Gentian
Also known as: Dasystephana decora (Pollard) Small +1 more
  • Dasystephana decora (Pollard) Small
  • Pneumonanthe decora (Pollard) Greene
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Gentianaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.

Gentiana decora (commonly known as Showy Gentian) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Gentianaceae family. Found natively in North America, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It is part of the broad Gentiana genus, encompassing over 350 species globally.

Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northeastern U.S.A., Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia

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