Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subsimplex
ID:
289981

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1847

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289313

Common Names

  • Asperula subsimplex
  • Asperula
  • Simple-leaved Asperula

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Synonyms

  • Asperula subsimplex aquatica Airy Shaw & Turrill [valid]

Description

Asperula subsimplex (also called 'Sub-Simple Asperula', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb, up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Asperula subsimplex is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and produces small, white flowers in the spring. The plant is also used as a ground cover and as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asperula subsimplex is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed of this plant is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of this plant are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asperula subsimplex can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, the plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Asperula subsimplex

Asperula subsimplex can be found in the mountains of Europe, from the Pyrenees to the Caucasus.

Asperula subsimplex FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asperula subsimplex?

Asperula subsimplex

What is the family of Asperula subsimplex?

Rubiaceae

Where is Asperula subsimplex native to?

East 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,

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