Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trichodes
ID:
290329

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Gay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 582 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289661

Common Names

  • Trichodes Asperula
  • Asperula Trichodes
  • Trichodes Woodruff

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Synonyms

  • Leptunis tenuis Steven [valid]
  • Leptunis trichoides (J.Gay ex DC.) Schischk. [valid]

Description

Asperula trichodes (also called 'Hairy Woodruff' and 'Hairy Asperula', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia. It typically grows in dry, grassy meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Asperula trichodes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and is drought-tolerant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asperula trichodes has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. Its seeds are small, round fruits that ripen in the fall. The seedlings are small and spindly with short, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asperula trichodes is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant species that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in autumn or spring. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings, which should be taken in summer or autumn.

Where to Find Asperula trichodes

Asperula trichodes can be found in Europe and North Africa.

Asperula trichodes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asperula trichodes?

Asperula trichodes

What is the common name of Asperula trichodes?

Hairy Woodruff

What is the natural habitat of Asperula trichodes?

Woodlands

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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