Asperula comosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schönb.-Tem.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 127: 301 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285513
Common Names
- Comosa Asperula
- Compact Asperula
- Comosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Asperula comosa (also called Comose Asperula, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has opposite, linear to lanceolate leaves, small white flowers, and fruits with four nutlets. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Asperula comosa can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asperula comosa is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asperula comosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 70-80°F (21-27°C).
Where to Find Asperula comosa
Asperula comosa is native to Europe and can be found in the countries of Austria, France, Germany, and Switzerland.
Asperula comosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asperula comosa?
Asperula comosa
What is the family of Asperula comosa?
Rubiaceae
What are the common names of Asperula comosa?
Hairy Woodruff, Hairy Woodruff
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-16776: Based on the initial data import
Eva Schönbeck-Temesy (1930-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schönb.-Tem.' in the authors string.