Thunbergii Gentian (Gentiana thunbergii)

Family: Gentianaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Gentiana thunbergii is a ANNUAL/BIENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). It is in flower from July to September, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bumblebees, butterflies. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young plants and flower buds - cooked. — Young plants and flower buds - cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Sunny places in lowland and mountains, C. and N. Japan. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)