Gentianella nitida
Gentianella nitida, commonly known as the shining gentian, is a striking perennial herb native to alpine and subalpine regions. Distinguished by its bright blue, bell-shaped flowers, this plant thrives in moist, rocky soils. It plays a vital role in mountain ecosystems, offering nectar to specialized high-altitude pollinators.
- Scientific name: Gentianella nitida
- Family: Gentianaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Gentianales, it is classified under the family Gentianaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by its genus, Gentianealla.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Gentianaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Gentianella | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Gentianella nitida, is referred to by the common name Hercampuri in Dutch (nl).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| nl | Hercampuri | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a very specific and limited geographical range within the natural world. Its presence is strictly confined to the continent of Western South America. Within this expansive region, the species can be found specifically in the nation of Peru. Because its habitat is so localized, it is considered a geographically restricted medicinal species. This unique distribution pattern makes it a notable element of the Peruvian flora.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
Chemicals
Gentianella nitida has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include nitiol.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| nitiol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |