Gentiana asclepiadea L.
Hardy perennial with lance-shaped leaves and solitary, axillary azure blue flowers, spotted purple within. To 45cm. [RHSD, Hortus].
Horticultural & Botanical History
‘Native of Germany, Switzerland and France, where it grows at the foot of the Alps, or in shady moist vallies [sic], but never in open exposed situations: consequently it requires a moist loamy soil and sheltered situation, for want of which attention it generally dwindles and frequently perishes in gardens.’ [BM t.1078/1808]. Introduced to Britain in 1629. [PD].
History at Camden Park
Seed order to Hurst and McMullen, Seedsmen and Florists of London, on 8th April 1846. [MP A2933-1, p.132]. If Macarthur received the seed it is unlikely that he succeeded with it.
Notes
Published Feb 08, 2009 - 02:25 PM | Last updated Mar 03, 2010 - 08:45 AM
Gentiana asclepiadea L. | BM t.1078/1808 | BHL
| Family | Gentianaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Southern Europe and the Caucasus |
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| Name in the Camden Park Record | Gentiana asclepiadea |
| Confidence level | high |
