Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suavis
ID:
289931

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch., C.A.Mey. & Avé-Lall.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus) 9: 62 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289263

Common Names

  • Asperula suavis
  • Suave Asperula
  • Asperula

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Description

Asperula suavis (also called Sweet woodruff, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is found in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. It is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial herb, with small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows and woodland edges.

Uses & Benefits

Asperula suavis is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asperula suavis has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asperula suavis is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Asperula suavis

Asperula suavis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the Balkans, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Asperula suavis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asperula suavis?

Asperula suavis

What is the common name of Asperula suavis?

Sweet Woodruff

What is the natural habitat of Asperula suavis?

Woodlands, meadows, and shady areas

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-17131: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
Julius Léopold Eduard Avé-Lallemant (1803-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Avé-Lall.' in the authors string.