The Five-flowered Gentian is a beautiful and unique flower found in the North American wilderness. This flower is also known by many other names such as the Blue Gentian, Mountain Bells, and Five-leaf Gentian. The scientific name for this flower is Gentiana prostrata and it belongs to the Gentianaceae family. This flower earned its name because it usually has five blue petals, but sometimes it may have four or six petals. This flower is known for its medicinal properties and is used to improve digestion and stimulate appetite. The Five-flowered Gentian is an exceptional and versatile flower that deserves all the recognition it gets.