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Gentianopsis virgata
Gentianopsis virgata (Raf.) Holub
Lesser Fringed Gentian, Smaller Fringed Gentian
Gentianaceae (Gentian Family)
Synonym(s):
USDA Symbol: GEVI6
USDA Native Status: L48 (N), CAN (N)
Gentianopsis virgata is similar to G. crinita but has narrow leaves, a shorter fringe, and is only 6-18 inches (15-45 cm) high. It occurs in boggy, Midwestern prairies and limy areas.
Plant Characteristics
Duration: AnnualHabit: Herb
Fruit Type: Capsule
Size Notes: Up to about 18 inches tall.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: BlueBloom Time: Jun , Jul , Aug
Distribution
USA: IA , IL , IN , MI , MN , ND , NY , OH , PA , SD , WICanada: MB , ON
National Wetland Indicator Status
Region: | AGCP | AK | AW | CB | EMP | GP | HI | MW | NCNE | WMVE |
Status: | FACW | OBL | OBL | OBL | OBL |
Web Reference
Webref 26 - Minnesota Wildflowers: a field guide to the flora of Minnesota (2009)Webref 23 - Southwest Environmental Information Network (2009) SEINet - Arizona Chapter
Additional resources
USDA: Find Gentianopsis virgata in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Gentianopsis virgata in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Gentianopsis virgata
Metadata
Record Modified: 2023-04-04Research By: TWC Staff