Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ciliatula
ID:
286105

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pachom.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Opred. Rast. Sred. Azii 9: 363 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285437

Common Names

  • Ciliatula Asperula
  • Hairy Asperula
  • Ciliate Asperula

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Description

Asperula ciliatula (also called 'Fringed Asperula', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It typically grows to a height of 10-20 cm and has small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands, and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Asperula ciliatula is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It can also be used as a food source, as its leaves can be eaten raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asperula ciliatula is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asperula ciliatula is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Europe and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. It can also be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Asperula ciliatula

Asperula ciliatula can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Asperula ciliatula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asperula ciliatula?

Asperula ciliatula

What is the family of Asperula ciliatula?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Asperula ciliatula?

Ciliatula Asperula

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-16769: Based on the initial data import
M.G. Pachomova (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pachom.' in the authors string.