Asperula graveolens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Bieb. ex Besser
Source:
wcs
Year:
Citation Micro:
Roem. & Schult. Syst. iii. Mant. 376.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286561
Common Names
- Asperula graveolens
- Fragrant Woodruff
- Fragrant Asperula
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Asperula graveolens (also called Fragrant Asperula, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial, usually growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in rocky and sandy soils in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Asperula graveolens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headaches, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asperula graveolens has small white flowers with yellow or red centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asperula graveolens is a perennial herb with a long taproot. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. Division is best done in the spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced about 15cm apart.
Where to Find Asperula graveolens
Asperula graveolens can be found in the mountains of Europe.
Asperula graveolens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asperula graveolens?
Asperula graveolens
What is the common name of Asperula graveolens?
Asperula graveolens
Where is Asperula graveolens found?
Asperula graveolens is found in Europe and North Africa
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-16874: Based on the initial data import
Wilibald Swibert Joseph Gottlieb von Besser (1784-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Besser' in the authors string.
Friedrich August Marschall von Bieberstein (1768-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Bieb.' in the authors string.