Asperula asthenes - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Airy Shaw & Turrill
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1928: 100 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284864
Common Names
- Asperula Asthenes
- Asthenes Woodruff
- Common Woodruff
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Asperula asthenes (also called Weak Woodruff, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Europe, and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands. It has small, white flowers and dark green, oval-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Asperula asthenes is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asperula asthenes is a small white flower with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asperula asthenes can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil mix moist and provide plenty of light and warmth.
Where to Find Asperula asthenes
Asperula asthenes is found in the Mediterranean region.
Asperula asthenes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asperula asthenes?
Asperula asthenes
Where is Asperula asthenes found?
It is found in Europe.
What type of plant is Asperula asthenes?
It is a herbaceous perennial.
Species in the Asperula genus
Asperula albiflora, Asperula ambleia, Asperula arvensis, Asperula assamica, Asperula asterocephala, Asperula asthenes, Asperula azerbaidjanica, Asperula badachschanica, Asperula balchanica, Asperula bargyli, Asperula botschantzevii, Asperula brachyantha, Asperula charophyton, Asperula ciliatula, Asperula cilicica, Asperula comosa, Asperula conferta, Asperula congesta, Asperula cunninghamii, Asperula cymulosa, Asperula czukavinae, Asperula dasyantha, Asperula euryphylla, Asperula fedtschenkoi, Asperula fragillima, Asperula friabilis, Asperula galioides, Asperula gemella, Asperula geminifolia, Asperula glabrata, Asperula glomerata, Asperula gracilis, Asperula graveolens, Asperula gunnii, Asperula insignis, Asperula insolita, Asperula involucrata, Asperula karategini, Asperula kotschyana, Asperula kovalevskiana, Asperula kryloviana, Asperula laevigata, Asperula lasiantha, Asperula libanotica, Asperula majoriflora, Asperula minima, Asperula molluginoides, Asperula nuratensis, Asperula oppositifolia, Asperula orientalis,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-16716: Based on the initial data import
William Bertram Turrill (1890-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turrill' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.