Halenia elliptica D. Don

Accepted

Spurred Gentian

Halenia elliptica Plants are 15-90 cm tall and have erect stem which is simple and branched from base. They have speculated soft blade leaf with blue to purple flower attached together to form big flower. It is found in eastern part of Asia, beside streams in valleys, grassland slopes and the forest at the elevation of 700- 4100 meters.the entire part of plant have the medicinal value which is known to have bitter taste and cooling potency.they are use to treat liver inflammation and some stomach problem