Frasera speciosa
Green gentian
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The Frasera speciosa plant species is found in Western N. America - California to Washington. It is a member of the Gentianaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Green gentian. Some home gardeners know the variety as Swertia radiata. Kuntze.

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Latin Name:  Frasera speciosa
Common Name:  Green gentian
Family:  Gentianaceae
Author:  Douglas.
 
Known Hazards:  When used medicinally, large doses of the powdered root have proved fatal[155].
 
Mature Height:  1.5   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Dryish or dampish places[71]. Rich soils in open pine woods, aspen groves etc, 1500 - 3000 metres[155].

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