Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xylorrhiza
ID:
290522

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nábělek

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Spisy Prír. Fak. Masarykovy Univ. 35: 133 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289854

Common Names

  • Xylorrhiza Asperula
  • Asperula Xylorrhiza
  • Xylorrhiza Woodruff

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Description

Asperula xylorrhiza (also called Xylorhiza Woodruff, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows up to 0.5-1 meter tall and has small, light green, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Asperula xylorrhiza has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asperula xylorrhiza has small, white flowers that appear in the spring. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asperula xylorrhiza can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Asperula xylorrhiza

Asperula xylorrhiza can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.

Asperula xylorrhiza FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asperula xylorrhiza?

Asperula xylorrhiza

What is the common name of Asperula xylorrhiza?

Woody Woodruff

What is the natural habitat of Asperula xylorrhiza?

Woodlands, grasslands, and rocky slopes

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-17187: Based on the initial data import
František Nábělek (1884-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nábělek' in the authors string.