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	Gentiana (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Gentiana lutea is the source of the old herbal Gentianae Radix and is used to flavor many alcoholic beverages in Europe.
		Notes: Gentiana differs from Gentianella in that it has plicae (thin folds between corolla lobes), intracalycine membrane on the calyx (thinner areas between the calyx lobes), a disk at the base of the ovary, and no nectaries on the petals.
		Gentiana (Gentianaceae) inferred from nucleotide sequences of the internal transcribed spacers (ITS) of nuclear ribosomal DNA.
	www.rci.rutgers.edu /~struwe/gentnet/genera/genGentiana.htm (614 words)

	Species of Concern
		Gentiana lutea is a herbacous perennial and grows in mountainous regions, on meadows and open slopes from the Pyrenees to the Carpathian mountains, and to north and west Anatolia.
		Subspecies lutea is distributed throughout the range of the species, subspecies symphyandra (Murb.) Hayek occurs from south-eastern Alps to the Balkan peninsula and Anatolia.
		Wild-harvesting of Gentiana lutea in Spain is subject to largely ignored legislation from the 1940s, at the national level (Blanco and Breaux, 1997).
	www.traffic.org /plants/species-6.html (808 words)

	Gentian Root, Herb Monograph - Flora Health Herb Encyclopedia
		Gentiana lutea and related species from India including G. chirata and G. chirayita, are included in the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia, which indicates their use for treating anorexia, dyspepsia and gastrointestinal complaints.
		A recent study to discover new natural antioxidants screened seven plants including Vitis vinifera as reference and found that Gentiana lutea was the only one that presented a hydroxyl-radical scavenging activity.
		Gentianae radix — Gentian (English translation by Norman Grainger Bisset).
	www.florahealth.com /flora/home/Canada/HealthInformation/Encyclopedias/GentianRoot.asp (765 words)

	gentianalutea
		Quantitative determination of secoiridoid and gamma-pyrone compounds in Gentiana lutea cultured in vitro.
		Densitometric evaluation of gentiopicroside in the roots of Gentiana lutea L. Journal of Planar Chromatography Modern TLC 9(2): 143-145.
		Gentiana lutea L. fresh roots: Variations in composition as a function of harvest location.
	www.newcrops.uq.edu.au /listing/gentianalutea.htm (1009 words)

	GENTIAN - LoveToKnow Article on GENTIAN (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		The brilliant color of the flowers, often occurring in large numbers (as in the alpine gentians), the presence of honey-glands and the frequency of dimorphy and dichogamy, are adaptations for pollination by insect visitors.
		Thus Gentiana lutea, with a rotate yellow corolla arfd freely exposed honey, is adapted to short-tongued insect visitors; G. Pneumonanlhe, with a long-tubed, bright blue corolla, is visited by humble bees; and G. verna, with a still longer narrower tube, is visited by Lepidoptera.
		Gentiana, the largest genus, contains nearly three hundred species, distributed over Europe (including arctic), five being British, the mountains of Asia, south-east Australia and New Zealand, the whole of North America and along the Andes to Cape Horn; it does not occur in Africa.
	www.1911ency.org /G/GE/GENTIAN.htm (1716 words)

	botanical.com - A Modern Herbal \| Gentians - Herb Profile and Information
		lutea, a strong, loamy soil is most suitable, the deeper the better, as the stout roots descend a long way down into the soil.
		lutea and are used indiscriminately with each other and the official root, from which they differ but little in appearance, though are somewhat smaller.
		The Field Gentian (Gentiana campestris, Linn.) resembles the Autumn Gentian in general character, though the plant is as a rule smaller, 4 to 12 inches high.
	www.botanical.com /botanical/mgmh/g/gentia08.html (2489 words)

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		2'-O-glucosides d'isoorientine et d'isovitexine chez Gentiana lutea L. [Contribution to the study of the genus gentiana: 2'-O-glucosides of isoorientine and isovitexine in Gentiana lutea L.].
		Quantitative determination of the bitter principles in the roots of Gentiana lutea and Gentiana purpurea with HPLC.
		Verotta, L. Isolation and HPLC determination of the active principles of Rosmarinus officinalis and Gentiana lutea.
	www.herbalgram.org /bodywise/expandedcommissione/he038.asp (1636 words)

	Scientific papers concerning Gentiana taxa - official page - poland
		Mikuła A., Rybczyński J.J. Somatic embryogenesis of Gentiana genus I. The effect of the preculture treatment and primary explant origin on somatic /embryogenesis of Gentiana cruciata (L.), G.
		Mikuła A., Rybczyński J.J., Skierski J., Latkowska M.J., Fiuk A. Somatic embryogenesis of Gentiana genus IV: Characterisation of Gentiana cruciata and Gentiana tibetica embryogenic cell suspensions.
		Morgan E.R., Butler R.M., Bicknell R.A. In vitro propagation of Gentiana cerina and Gentiana corymbifera.
	gentiana.pl /references.php (1916 words)

	Gentiana lutea (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Gentianae Radix is the pharmaceutical name of the root of Gentiana lutea.
		Notes: This is one of the few species in Gentiana that has rotate (very deeply divided) corollas and no glandular disk at the base of the ovary.
		It is also the type species of the genus Gentiana, despite its atypical flowers.
	www.rci.rutgers.edu /~struwe/gentnet/species/sp_Gent_lute.htm (197 words)

	Gentian
		The root of several Gentiana species is used as a bitter tonic which excites the flow of gastric juices, promoting the appetite and aiding in digestion.
		lutea is used in the West, the Chinese use either G.
		lutea decoctions are taken before meals to stimulate the appetite by relieving the fullness feeling and stomach pains.
	www.innvista.com /HEALTH/herbs/gentian.htm (562 words)

	Gentiana lutea - Great Yellow Gentian (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		The Great Yellow Gentian is a break from the norm within the genus.
		This plant, as the epithet lutea indicates, has yellow flowers and is also the giant of the gentian family.
		Give it some room within the border to appreciate the leaf form and give it a chance to form an impressive specimen plant.
	www.theplantsman.co.uk /plants/gentianaceae/gentiana/lutea.asp (166 words)

	Rabelais - Pantagruel - Book 3 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Gentiana - a large genus of perennial (rarely annual or biennial) herbs widely distributed in temperate regions and in mountains in the tropics.
		The alpine species grow up to the snow level where few other flowering plants thrive.G. lutea (great yellow gentian) is the chief commercial source of the bitter tonic, gentian bitter, and, when fermented, of the aperitif drink Suze and the liqueur Enzian.
		G lutea, the officinal gentian which yields the gentian-root of the pharmacopoeia.
	www.pantagruelion.com /p/s/10038.html (205 words)

	Gentiana
		Gentiana is used by Chinese herbalists as a treatment for hepatitis and other liver disorders, sexually transmitted diseases, vaginal discharge, inflammation of the pelvis, pain and swelling in the genital area, and seizures.
		Like its European cousin Gentian Root (Gentiana lutea), this herb can also be used as a remedy for indigestion and poor appetite.
		In addition to its digestive action, it is believed to have an antibiotic effect and it is thought to be toxic to the parasite that causes malaria.
	www.pdrhealth.com /drug_info/nmdrugprofiles/herbaldrugs/101210.shtml (237 words)

	BBC - h2g2 - Gentiana - Flowers of the Alps
		The Yellow Gentian, Gentiana lutea, is an imposing 4 foot (1.2 metre) high perennial native to pasture and mountain meadows of Southern Europe and Asia Minor.
		The somewhat Aspidistra-like G lutea is a glorious exception.
		The optimum pairing of sun and a deep, cool, moist root-run throughout the year, is often difficult to provide.
	www.bbc.co.uk /dna/h2g2/A665200 (862 words)

	SpagoMed - Welcome (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		It is also a supportive formula during irregularities of bowel movement especially in periods of change of diet and travel.
		Rhamnus frangula: Rhamnus is a mild purgative and stimulating laxative.
		Gentiana lutea: Gentiana is a gastric stimulant and regulates appetite
	www.spagomed.com /products/details/formulas/colon.asp (286 words)

	GENTIANACEAE (the gent... - Online Information article about GENTIANACEAE (the gent...
		salver-shaped in Gentiana; the segments are generally See also:
		In the true gentians (Gentiana) the flowers of different species are adapted for widely differing types of insect visitors.
		Thus Gentiana lutea, with a rotate yellow corolla add freely exposed honey, is adapted to See also:
	encyclopedia.jrank.org /GAG_GEO/GENTIANACEAE_the_gentian_family.html (942 words)

	Thomas Schoepke Plant Image Gallery - Gentianaceae
		Gentiana lutea - Native, from Vosges Mountains/Europe (habitat)
		Gentiana lutea - Native, from Berner Oberland, European Alps, Switzerland (inflorescence); Image by
		Gentiana punctata - Native, from European Alps, Zillertal/Hochfügen, Austria (inflorescence)
	pharm1.pharmazie.uni-greifswald.de /gallery/gal-gent.htm (1012 words)

	PLANTS Profile for Gentiana (gentian) \| USDA PLANTS (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Gentiana L. View 17 genera in Gentianaceae or click below on a thumbnail map or name for species profiles.
		Gentiana L. Click on a scientific name below to expand it in the PLANTS Classification Report.
		Gentiana L. View taxonomic account from Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS) for ITIS Taxonomic Serial Number 29963.
	plants.usda.gov /java/profile?symbol=GENTI (101 words)

	Gentian / Gentiana lutea / Bitterroot / Bitterwort / Gentian root / Yellow gentian / Pale gentian(fireweed->exnatrem)
		Gentian / Gentiana lutea / Bitterroot / Bitterwort / Gentian root / Yellow gentian / Pale gentian(fireweed->exnatrem)
		Safety in young children, nursing women, or those with severe liver or kidney disease is not known.
		Gentian / Gentiana lutea / Bitterroot / Bitterwort / Gentian root / Yellow gentian / Pale gentian
	www.insensual.com /gentian.html (812 words)

	cook (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Genus GENTIANA: Annual herbs, smooth, with opposite leaves and a bitter juice.
		Calyx four to five-cleft; corolla large, tubular, four to five-cleft, convolute to the right in the bud, with plaited folds at the sinuses.
		G. LUTEA: Stem erect, round, three or four feet high.
	medherb.com /cook/html/GENTIANA_LUTEA.htm (889 words)

	NEW TRENDS OF GENTIANA LUTEA CULTIVATION GENTIANA LUTEA L.
		NEW TRENDS OF GENTIANA LUTEA CULTIVATION GENTIANA LUTEA L. Acta
		The large gentian Gentiana lutea L. is a species that grows spontaneously in all medium altitude meadows in the French mountains.
		Development of intensified methods of meadow husbandry during recent years have reduced the areas where it grows naturally.
	www.actahort.org /books/73/73_38.htm (116 words)

	gentiana lutea - OneLook Dictionary Search
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		Gentiana lutea : LookWAYup Translating Dictionary/Thesaurus [home, info]
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	Gentiana (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Its effectiveness for these problems has not, however, been scientifically verified.
		Do not take Gentiana if you have diarrhea, acid indigestion, heartburn, or an ulcer.
		At customary dosage levels, Gentiana poses no risks.
	www.healthyroads.com /mylibrary/data/pdr/htm/101210.asp (237 words)

	Gentian - Gentiana lutea - Diet-and-Health
		That most commonly used is Gentiana lutea, the Yellow Gentian.
		The root of this species is the principal vegetable bitter employed in medicine, though the roots of several other species are said to be equally efficacious.
		Plants For A Future - A Resource and Information Centre for Edible and other useful plants.
	www.diet-and-health.net /articles.php?cont=gentian (354 words)

	THE CULTIVATION OF YELLOW GENTIAN (GENTIANA LUTEA L.) ON THE PRE-ALPS AND APPENNINIC MOUNTAINS: RESULTS AND ...
		THE CULTIVATION OF YELLOW GENTIAN (GENTIANA LUTEA L.) ON THE PRE-ALPS AND APPENNINIC MOUNTAINS: RESULTS AND APPLICATIONS (1)
		The yellow gentian (Gentiana lutea L.) belongs to the Gentianaceae family; it is widely distributed across Europe.
		Gentian roots, whose use in western European countries is still widespread for bitter and distillates production, starts to be harvested from the cultivation that are carried out in Germany, France and Italy.
	www.actahort.org /books/331/331_3.htm (227 words)

	Gentiana Lutea - Homeopathic Remedies (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		The following are the strongest indications of Gentiana Lutea for its use in homeopathy.
		To purchase Gentiana Lutea and other homeopathic remedies online, please click the button above.
		Please remember though, this homeopathy materia medica is provided for information only; it is not intended as a substitute for medical advice, nor as a claim for the effectiveness of Gentiana Lutea in treating any of the symptoms below.
	www.abchomeopathy.com /r.php/Gent-l (121 words)

	Ingredient Details - Weleda, Inc.
		It is used in homeopathy for digestive disorders (see PDR for Herbal Medicines, 2nd Ed., p.
		Yellow gentian (Gentiana lutea) is used in the following products:
		The quality of the soil, seed and plant reflects the quality of our finished product.
	usa.weleda.com /ingredients/ingredient.asp?id=267 (119 words)

	Gentiana Lutea - Compare Prices, Reviews and Buy at NexTag - Price - Review
		Botanical Name: Gentiana lutea Plant Part Extracted: Rhizome & Roots Contains: Certified organic grain alcohol, distilled water & Gentian extractives.
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		BITTERSWEET ELIXIR Description: Promotes normal appetite and healthy digestion without a strong bitter taste.* Contains: Taraxacum officinale (dandelion root), Gentiana lutea...
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