Family: Caprifoliaceae
early horse-gentian, orange-fruit horse-gentian
Merel R. Black
Merel R. Black
University of Wisconsin - Madison (WIS-VP)
Etymology: Triosteum: Greek for "three bones" referring to the three hard seeds found in each fruit
Plants: erect, perennial, 2'-4' tall forb; stems with many crisp, long hairs (greater than .02")
Leaves: large, not connected at the base
Flowers: purplish to red, 5-parted, 1/2" long, tubular-shaped, unequal lobes; inflorescence usually a cluster of 3-4 flowers per leaf axil; blooms May-June
Fruits: roundish, dry, bright orange/red berry with 3 oblong stones
Habitat: woods, thickets; in rich soil
Conservation Status: Native
Plants: erect, perennial, 2'-4' tall forb; stems with many crisp, long hairs (greater than .02")
Leaves: large, not connected at the base
Flowers: purplish to red, 5-parted, 1/2" long, tubular-shaped, unequal lobes; inflorescence usually a cluster of 3-4 flowers per leaf axil; blooms May-June
Fruits: roundish, dry, bright orange/red berry with 3 oblong stones
Habitat: woods, thickets; in rich soil
Conservation Status: Native
Floristic Rating: Coefficient of Conservatism = 5 USDA Plants Database: Federal Distribution and detailed information including photos
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