Nouvelle flore coloriée de poche des Alpes et des Pyrénées Paris, Klincksieck, 1906-1912, plants, Alps, Pyrenees, The New York Botanical Garden, Gentiana ciliata, A delicate illustration of Gentiana ciliata, commonly known as fringed gentian. The plant features slender, upright stems adorned with clusters of striking, purple flowers that have fringed petal edges. The leaves are elongated and lance-shaped, arranged along the stem, adding to the elegant structure of the plant. This botanical study emphasizes the intricate details of each flower and leaf, showcasing the beauty of this native species found in dry, grassy plains at the edge of forests. The accompanying labels provide the species name in both Latin and common language, emphasizing its significance in botanical classification.