Great Yellow Gentian (Gentiana lutea)
Yellow Bitterwort (Gentiana lutea) is a robust perennial herb known for its tall stalks of bright yellow flowers and large, ribbed leaves. It is valued ornamentally and m
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-drained, rich, slightly acidic to neutral
Temperature
Thrives in cool to moderate climates.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Light feeding, if at all, in spring or during growth.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Reduce in winter dormancy.
Well-drained, rich, slightly acidic to neutral
Thrives in cool to moderate climates.
Hardy in USDA zones 4-7.
Outdoor
Light feeding, if at all, in spring or during growth.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Medicinal, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-1.5 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green, Blue-green
Leaf Type
Simple, opposite, ovate
Flower Size
2.5-5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderGentianales
- familyGentianaceae
- genusGentiana
- speciesGentiana lutea
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Edible
No
Contains bitter iridoid glycosides which can cause gastrointestinal upset if ingested in large quantities by humans or pets.