Asperula majoriflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Borbás ex Formánek
Source:
wcs
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Verh. Naturf. Vereins Brünn 32: 165 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287539
Common Names
- Asperula majoriflora
- Major-flowered Asperula
- Major-flowered Woodruff
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Asperula majoriflora (also called 'Major's Woodruff', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Europe and North Africa. It typically grows in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky places.
Uses & Benefits
Asperula majoriflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asperula majoriflora is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asperula majoriflora is a perennial herb that can grow up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Asperula majoriflora
Asperula majoriflora can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Asperula majoriflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asperula majoriflora?
Asperula majoriflora
What is the common name of Asperula majoriflora?
No common name
Where is Asperula majoriflora native to?
Tropical 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-16966: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Formánek (1845-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Formánek' in the authors string.
Vinczé von Borbás (1844-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borbás' in the authors string.