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Princeton's WordNet

  1. Gentiana, genus Gentiananoun

    type genus of the Gentianaceae; cosmopolitan genus of herbs nearly cosmopolitan in cool temperate regions; in some classifications includes genera Gentianopsis and Gentianella

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  1. Gentiana

    Gentiana is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the gentian family (Gentianaceae), the tribe Gentianeae, and the monophyletic subtribe Gentianinae. With about 400 species it is considered a large genus. They are notable for their mostly large, trumpet-shaped flowers, which are often of an intense blue.The genus name is a tribute to Gentius, an Illyrian king who may have been the discoverer of tonic properties in gentians.

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  1. gentiana

    Gentiana is a large genus of flowering plants belonging to the gentian family Gentianaceae. These plants are most commonly characterized by their trumpet-shaped flowers, which are usually deep blue or azure, but can also be white, cream, yellow, or red. Many species are renowned for their incredibly intense and clear coloration. Most gentianas are perennial and are found in a wide range of habitats, including alpine environments and temperate regions worldwide. They are valued in horticulture for their bright, ornamental flowers.

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  1. Gentiana

    Gentiana is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the gentian family, tribe Gentianeae and monophyletic subtribe Gentianinae. With about 400 species it is considered a large genus. They are notable for their mostly large, trumpet-shaped flowers, typically of an intense blue.

U.S. National Library of Medicine

  1. Gentiana

    A plant genus of the family GENTIANACEAE. Members contain secoiridoids.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of gentiana in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of gentiana in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

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