Eustoma grandiflorum
Common Names
- Chinese: 洋桔梗
- English: Lisianthus
- Scientific: Eustoma grandiflorum
Taxonomy
Eukaryota; Viridiplantae; Streptophyta; Streptophytina; Embryophyta; Tracheophyta; Euphyllophyta; Spermatophyta; Magnoliopsida; Mesangiospermae; eudicotyledons; Gunneridae; Pentapetalae; asterids; lamiids; Gentianales; Gentianaceae; Chironieae; Chironiinae; Eustoma
Genome References
Liang Y, Li F, Gao Q, et al. The genome of Eustoma grandiflorum reveals the whole-genome triplication event contributing to ornamental traits in cultivated lisianthus. Plant Biotechnol J. 2022;20(10):1856-1858.
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Eustoma grandiflorum
Description
Eustoma grandiflorum, commonly called lisianthus or prairie gentian, is a biennial or annual in the Gentianaceae family, native to North America. Its elegant, rose-like flowers come in white, pink, purple, and blue, blooming in summer. Growing 1-3 feet tall, it prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Lisianthus is popular in cut flower arrangements due to its long vase life and delicate appearance. It thrives in warm climates but can be grown as an annual in cooler regions. The plant attracts pollinators and adds a refined touch to gardens and bouquets.