Galium binifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.A.Wakef.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist 72: 69 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000968448
Common Names
- Galium binifolium
- Binifolium Galium
- Two-Leaved Bedstraw
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galium binifolium (also called Two-Leaved Bedstraw, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Europe, and typically grows in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Galium binifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover due to its low-growing habit. It is also used to make herbal teas and for medicinal purposes.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Galium binifolium sub. binifoliumGalium binifolium sub. conforme I.Thomps.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, white, star-shaped flowers, Seed: small, dark brown, oval-shaped seeds, Seedlings: small, round, dark green leaves with pointed tips
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galium binifolium is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall.
Where to Find Galium binifolium
Galium binifolium can be found in Europe and Asia.
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-85821: Based on the initial data import
Norman Arthur Wakefield (1918-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.A.Wakef.' in the authors string.