Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
belizianum
ID:
336829

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ortega Oliv., Devesa & Rodr.Riaño

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Bot. Helv. 114: 2 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336161

Common Names

  • Galium belizianum
  • Belize Galium
  • Belize Star

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Description

Galium belizianum (also called Belize Bedstraw, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Central America and is found in lowland and montane rainforests. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white.

Uses & Benefits

Galium belizianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galium belizianum has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galium belizianum is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Galium belizianum

Galium belizianum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Galium belizianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galium belizianum?

Galium belizianum

What is the common name of Galium belizianum?

Belize Bedstraw

What is the natural habitat of Galium belizianum?

Tropical forests of Central America

Species in the Galium genus

Galium belizianum, Galium eruptivum, Galium friedrichii, Galium hexanarium, Galium shepherdii, Galium talaveranum, Galium turgaicum, Galium subtrinervium, Galium baghlanense, Galium psilocladum, Galium schoenbeck-temesyae, Galium iranicum, Galium nupercreatum, Galium ionicum, Galium viciosorum, Galium acrophyum, Galium falconeri, Galium kaganense, Galium shanense, Galium duthiei, Galium bulliforme, Galium bungoniense, Galium leiocarpum, Galium leptogonium, Galium microlobum, Galium polyanthum, Galium spathulatum, Galium patzkeanum, Galium beckhausianum, Galium glabriusculum, Galium nigdeense, Galium chekiangense, Galium babadaghense, Galium cankiriense, Galium tuncelianum, Galium kunmingense, Galium rupifragum, Galium sichuanense, Galium abaujense, Galium absurdum, Galium achurense, Galium acuminatum, Galium acutum, Galium adhaerens, Galium advenum, Galium aegeum, Galium aetnicum, Galium afropusillum, Galium agrophilum, Galium aladaghense,

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-216529: Based on the initial data import
Juan Antonio Devesa (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Devesa' in the authors string.
Ana Ortega Olivencia: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ortega Oliv.' in the authors string.
Tomás Rodríguez-Riaño: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rodr.Riaño' in the authors string.