Wednesday, 15 February 2012

Autumn Gentian

Facts
Scientific Name: 
Gentianella amarella
Height: 
30cm
Also Known As: 
Felwort, Baldmoney, Bitterwort, Dead-man's-mittens
Information
Description: 

Flowers from August - September with the seeds ripening from Septemmber - October. It will grow in a variety of soil types but likes moist conditions.

Distribution: 

Widespread.

Habitat: 

Pastures, dunes and among shortish grass.

Uses: 

Has been used in the past for digestive conditions.