Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diphyllum
ID:
969515

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Dempster

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Allertonia 3: 227 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000968853

Common Names

  • Two-leaved Bedstraw
  • Two-leaved Galium
  • Two-leaved Cleavers

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Description

Galium diphyllum (also called Two-leaved Bedstraw, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb with four-angled stems and small white flowers. It is native to Europe, North Africa and western Asia and can be found in grasslands, meadows and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Galium diphyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is a great addition to any landscape, as it has a very attractive foliage and is very low maintenance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galium diphyllum has small white flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galium diphyllum is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation can be done by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Galium diphyllum

Galium diphyllum is native to the temperate rainforests of Europe. It is found in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany.

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-86221: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Lauramay Tinsley Dempster (1905-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dempster' in the authors string.