Wholesale Organic Gentian
Gentiana lutea
plant overview
a standard in herbal bitters
There are more than 150 species of gentians, the majority of which favor
mountainous regions in various parts of the world. Gentiana lutea, more
commonly referred to as yellow gentian, is specific to the Pyrenees and
Alpines of Europe. The long, thick, yellow-brown root is harvested for its
bitter principles. At one time, yellow gentian was used in beer brewing.
Along with sweet flag, the root is a component of the famous Stockton herbal
bitters. A simple, DIY formula consists of brandy infused with dried gentian
root, orange peel and crushed cardamom pods.
Clicking "learn more" next to each variety will take you to individual
product pages for details.