Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prostrata
ID:
289013

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Adams) K.Koch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 24: 461 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288345

Common Names

  • Asperula prostrata
  • Prostrate Woodruff
  • Prostrate Asperula

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Synonyms

  • Asperula albovii Manden. [valid]
  • Asperula aspera Boiss. [valid]
  • Asperula aspera brachystegia Boiss. [valid]
  • Asperula aspera latifolia Boiss. [valid]
  • Asperula laxiflora Boiss. [valid]
  • Asperula prostrata albovii (Manden.) Mikheev [valid]
  • Crucianella aspera M.Bieb. [valid]
  • Crucianella decumbens Adams ex Ledeb. [valid]
  • Crucianella galioides Boiss. [valid]
  • Crucianella prostrata Adams [valid]

Description

Asperula prostrata (also called Creeping Woodruff, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with small, white, star-shaped flowers. It is native to Europe, North Africa and parts of Asia, and is usually found in grasslands, meadows and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Asperula prostrata 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 prostrata 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 prostrata is an evergreen, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady places. It is propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division is best done in spring or autumn. It is best grown in partial shade and moist, humus-rich soil.

Where to Find Asperula prostrata

Asperula prostrata is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands and meadows.

Asperula prostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asperula prostrata?

Asperula prostrata

What is the natural habitat of Asperula prostrata?

Asperula prostrata is native to Europe and Asia.

What are the uses of Asperula prostrata?

Asperula prostrata is used for medicinal purposes and as an ornamental plant.

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-17042: Based on the initial data import
Johann Friedrich Adam (1780-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Adams' in the authors string.
Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.