Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
popovii
ID:
288968

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schischk.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 23: 280 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288300

Common Names

  • Popovii Asperula
  • Asperula Popovii
  • Asperula popovii

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Synonyms

  • Asperula oppositifolia sordiderosa Popov [valid]

Description

Asperula popovii (also called Popov's woodruff, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen herbaceous perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Europe, and is found in woodlands, meadows, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Asperula popovii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asperula popovii is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asperula popovii is an evergreen perennial native to the Caucasus region. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Asperula popovii

Asperula popovii can be found in Bulgaria, Romania, and Ukraine.

Asperula popovii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asperula popovii?

Asperula popovii

What is the common name of Asperula popovii?

Popov's asperula

What is the natural habitat of Asperula popovii?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Hawaiian Islands

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-17038: Based on the initial data import
Boris K. Schischkin (1886-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schischk.' in the authors string.