Blackstonia perfoliata Yellow wort (Gentianaceae)

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Blackstonia perfoliata
Yellow wort
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The Blackstonia perfoliata plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Gentianaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Yellow wort. Some home gardeners know the variety as Chlora perfoliata.

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Latin Name:  Blackstonia perfoliata
Common Name:  Yellow wort
Family:  Gentianaceae
Author:  (L.)Huds.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.45   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Calcareous grassland and on dunes[17].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow early spring in seed pots in a cold frame and plant out as soon as the plants are large enough to handle. When well sited, the plant should self-sow. If you have sufficient seed it should be possible to sow the seed in situ in the spring.

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