Family: Gentianaceae Gentian
| Type | Perennial |
| USDA Hardiness range | 5A - 7B |
| Exposure | Full shade to partial shade or partial sun |
| Bloom color | Blue |
| Bloom time | Early Fall to Late Fall |
| Water needs | Moist |
| Landscape uses | Alpine garden, container, rock garden, woodland garden |
| Height | 3" to 5" / 10cm to 10cm |
| Spread | 6" to 9" / 15cm to 25cm |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Persistence | Deciduous, broadleaf |
| Leaf color | Green |
| Fruit color | n/a |
| Soil pH requirements | Neutral, slightly alkaline |
| Soil type | Loamy |
| Form | Prostrate, spreading or horizontal |