Gentiana gelida
Gentiana gelida, commonly known as the gelid gentian, is a rare perennial herb native to high-altitude alpine environments. Renowned for its striking blue flowers, this medicinal plant contains potent bitter glycosides. These compounds are traditionally utilized to stimulate digestion, support liver function, and enhance overall metabolic health.
- Scientific name: Gentiana gelida
- Family: Gentianaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Gentianales. Ultimately, it is a member of the family Gentianaceae and falls under 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 |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Gentiana gelida, is recognized by various local names depending on the region and language. In Persian, it is commonly referred to as گلسپاس سرماپسند (Gol-e Sepas Sarmapsand).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fa | گلسپاس سرماپسند | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several key regions of Western and Central Asia. In Central Asia, its presence is documented within the borders of Turkmenistan. The species can also be found in the Caucasus region, specifically spanning the North Caucasus and the Transcaucasus. Moving into Western Asia, it inhabits the rugged terrains of Afghanistan. Finally, its geographical range extends into the territory of Iran.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Caucasus | North Caucasus | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Gentiana gelida has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include hexadecanoic acid, tricosane.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| hexadecanoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tricosane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Gentiana gelida has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |