arctic gentian
Gentiana algida · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (10 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Arctic gentian, scientifically known as Gentiana algida, is a resilient perennial wildflower native to tundra ecosystems. Characterized by its striking pale blue, bell-shaped flowers, this hardy plant thrives in cold, alpine environments. It plays a vital role in high-latitude biodiversity, symbolizing the enduring strength of Arctic flora.
- Family
- Gentianaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Arctic Gentian · Whitish Gentian
- Scientific synonyms
- Dasystephana Algida · Gentiana Frigida Var. Algida · 2 more
Names
Common Names
- arctic gentian
- whitish gentian
Regional and Traditional Names
French:
- gentiane des milieux froids
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Gentiana algidaSynonyms
- Dasystephana algida
- Gentiana frigida var. algida
- Gentianodes algida
- Pneumonanthe algida
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Gentianaales, it is classified under the family Gentianaceae and specifically within the genus Gentiana.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Gentianaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Gentiana | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Gentiana algida, exhibits a specific geographical distribution across various regions of Siberia. It can be found growing within the Altay mountain range, which marks one of its key habitats. The species also populates the territory of Buryatiya, contributing to its regional presence. Furthermore, its range extends into the Chita region and the Krasnoyarsk area. Finally, the plant is documented to inhabit the southern Siberian region of Tuva.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Siberia | Altay | WCVP |
| Siberia | Buryatiya | WCVP |
| Siberia | Chita | WCVP |
| Siberia | Krasnoyarsk | WCVP |
| Siberia | Tuva | WCVP |
| Siberia | West Siberia | WCVP |
| Siberia | Yakutiya | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Kamchatka | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
Chemicals
Gentiana algida has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2'-(o,m-dihydroxybenzyl)sweroside, Anofinic acid, Daucosterol, Fomannoxin acid, Gentianose.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 2'-(o,m-dihydroxybenzyl)sweroside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anofinic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Daucosterol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fomannoxin acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gentianose | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| OLEANOLIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Orientin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STIGMASTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sitosterol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
2'-(o,m-dihydroxybenzyl)sweroside
- Phytochemistry
Anofinic acid
- Phytochemistry
Daucosterol
- Phytochemistry
Fomannoxin acid
- Phytochemistry
Gentianose
- Phytochemistry
OLEANOLIC ACID
- Phytochemistry
Orientin
- Phytochemistry
STIGMASTEROL
- Phytochemistry
Sitosterol
- Phytochemistry
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| aqueous acetone extract of the whole herb | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |