Gentian

/ˈdʒɛn.ʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Any of various plants of the genus Gentiana, typically having blue, purple, or yellow flowers and often found in mountainous regions.

The hiker was delighted to spot a vibrant gentian growing among the rocky outcrops.

A plant or extract from the gentian used for medicinal purposes, especially as a tonic or bitter.

The herbalist recommended gentian to aid digestion and improve appetite.

A type of blue color named after the flower.

The artist chose a hue reminiscent of gentian to paint the sky in her landscape.

From Latin 'gentiana', named after the Illyrian king Gentius, noted for the plant's medicinal use.

gentian root

The root part of the gentian plant used for medicinal purposes.

gentian blue

A brilliant blue color reminiscent of the flowers of the gentian.

botanical

Relating to the science of plants.

medicinal

Having healing properties.

A reference to anything very blue in color, likened to gentian flowers.

That car is so gentian!

A term for someone who is rare or unique, similar to the rarity of certain gentian species.

She's a real gentian in this crowd!