NARGS Plant of the Month

Gentiana cachemerica

Description and General Information:

This gentian is endemic to Pakistan and Kashmir where is grows among rocks at 8000-14,000 feet.  Plants have many trailing stems 10-20 cm.  The paired leaves are ovate.  Stems terminate in a solitary, deep blue, trumpet-shaped flower that is 3.5-4.5 cm long. In the wild it blooms August to October.

 

Blooming Time:

July in long summer regions to September in more northern areas.

Cultivation:

Full sun is preferred although in warmer regions, afternoon shade may be...