There are several www-sites devoted to Gesneriaceae (see Links to other Gesneriaceae websites). However, their focus is usually on plants used as ornamentals or at least on species that are in cultivation. In contrast, many genera of Gesneriaceae received little attention and are largely unknown to a broader public. The present webpage attempts to fill the gap by providing a survey of all genera of the family. The number of genera is between 140 and 150 depending on the generic concepts used by taxonomists. We also present an overview of the family, and we include classifications of various authors so that readers will see the generic relationships. ... [Information of the supplier]
The Gentian Research Network is a free, not-for-profit, web-based forum for worldwide research on the natural history and evolution of the flowering plant family Gentianaceae (gentians). Here you will find information on current research projects in the Gentianaceae, focusing on their systematics, evolution, molecular systematics, classification (Struwe et al. 2002 or most current), ecology, biogeography, endangered species, biodiversity, distribution, anatomy, morphology, palynology, ethnobotany, and nomenclature. We also have a link to a large reference list, floristic works, images, research projects, and contact information for researchers and photographers. Gentian species occur around the world and have many different names, for example: centaury, çentiyane, chirayta, chirata, and chiretta, Encian, Enzian, fever tree, genciana, gentian, gentiane, genziane, long dan ke, pua keni keni, rindo, and tembusu. Gentians are gorgeous and have been used for millenia in horticulture, as medicines, and are also important in ecosystems as food sources for butterflies, nectar sources for pollinators, and many other functions. ... [Information of the supplier]
