Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
287608

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vatke) Ehrend.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 127: 302 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286940

Common Names

  • Asperula insignis
  • Showy Woodruff
  • Showy-Flowered Woodruff

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Synonyms

  • Asperula haussknechtii Boiss. [valid]
  • Asperula haussknechtii glabra Bornm. [valid]
  • Crucianella insignis Vatke [valid]

Description

Asperula insignis (also called Insignis Woodruff, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows to a height of up to 30 cm. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Asperula insignis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in temperate regions. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asperula insignis is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asperula insignis is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny spot and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy stem and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Asperula insignis

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

Asperula insignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asperula insignis?

Asperula insignis

Where is Asperula insignis found?

Asperula insignis is found in India.

What is the natural habitat of Asperula insignis?

Asperula insignis is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

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-16909: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Vatke (1849-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vatke' in the authors string.
Friedrich Ehrendorfer (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehrend.' in the authors string.