Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scoparia
ID:
289530

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 6: 463 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288862

Common Names

  • Asperula scoparia
  • Scoparia Woodruff
  • Sweet Woodruff

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Synonyms

  • Asperula oligantha scoparia (Hook.f.) Maiden & Betche [illegitimate]

Description

Asperula scoparia (also called Broom Woodruff, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It is an evergreen perennial growing to 20 cm tall and wide. It is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Asperula scoparia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It can also be used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Asperula scoparia sub. scoparia
Asperula scoparia sub. subglabra I.Thomps.
Asperula scoparia var. scoparia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Asperula scoparia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and slender, with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asperula scoparia is a species of flowering plant native to Australia and New Guinea. It is a fast-growing species, reaching heights of up to 1 m (3 ft). It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Germination can take up to 2 months.

Where to Find Asperula scoparia

Asperula scoparia is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.

Asperula scoparia FAQ

What is the average height of Asperula scoparia?

Asperula scoparia typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

What is the typical lifespan of Asperula scoparia?

Asperula scoparia typically lives for up to 15 years.

What is the ideal climate for Asperula scoparia?

Asperula scoparia prefers cool, dry climates with plenty of sunlight.

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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