Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laevigata
ID:
287799

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1767

Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. : 28 (1767)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287131

Common Names

  • Asperula laevigata
  • Laevigata Asperula
  • Laevigata Woodruff

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Synonyms

  • Asperula fallax Ehrh. ex Steud. [valid]
  • Asperula rotundifolia L. [valid]
  • Galium rotundatum Griseb. [valid]

Description

Asperula laevigata (also called Smooth Woodruff, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Central Asia and Eastern Europe. It grows in moist forests, often at lower elevations.

Uses & Benefits

Asperula laevigata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asperula laevigata is small, white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asperula laevigata can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Stem cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Asperula laevigata

Asperula laevigata is native to the Caucasus region of Russia and Georgia. It can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Asperula laevigata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asperula laevigata?

Asperula laevigata

What is the natural habitat of Asperula laevigata?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common uses of Asperula laevigata?

Medicinal and ornamental purposes

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,

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