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Sabatia kennedyana
Sabatia kennedyana Fernald
Plymouth Rose Gentian, Plymouth Gentian
Gentianaceae (Gentian Family)
Synonym(s): Sabatia dodecandra var. kennedyana
USDA Symbol: SAKE
USDA Native Status: L48 (N), CAN (N)
The Plymouth Gentian is a member of the gentian family (family Gentianaceae). Gentians are leafy herbs, commonly with showy bell- or trumpet-shaped flowers blooming in a branched cluster.
Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Herb
Fruit Type: Capsule
Size Notes: Up to about 2 feet tall.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: White , Pink , PurpleBloom Time: Jul , Aug , Sep
Distribution
USA: MA , NC , RI , SC , VACanada: NS
Growing Conditions
Light Requirement: SunSoil Moisture: Moist
Soil pH: Acidic (pH<6.8)
Soil Description: Sandy
Benefit
Conspicuous Flowers: yesNational Wetland Indicator Status
Region: | AGCP | AK | AW | CB | EMP | GP | HI | MW | NCNE | WMVE |
Status: | OBL | OBL |
From the National Organizations Directory
According to the species list provided by Affiliate Organizations, this plant is on display at the following locations:Mt. Cuba Center - Hockessin, DE
Web Reference
Webref 34 - Go Botany (2019) Native Plant TrustWebref 23 - Southwest Environmental Information Network (2009) SEINet - Arizona Chapter
Additional resources
USDA: Find Sabatia kennedyana in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Sabatia kennedyana in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Sabatia kennedyana
Metadata
Record Modified: 2023-04-04Research By: TWC Staff