Galium falconeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Bhattacharjee
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
J. Econ. Taxon. Bot. 30: 484 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835664
Common Names
- Galium falconeri
- Falconer's Galium
- Falconer's Bedstraw
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galium falconeri (also called Falconer's Bedstraw, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the coffee family native to Mexico and Central America. It is an annual herb with small white flowers and linear leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Galium falconeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Galium falconeri has flowers that are white in color with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galium falconeri is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seed should be sown on a well-drained medium and kept moist in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Galium falconeri
Galium falconeri is native to the Canary Islands, where it is found growing in open woodlands.
Galium falconeri FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Galium falconeri?
Galium falconeri is native to the Mediterranean region.
What is the growth habit of Galium falconeri?
Galium falconeri is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with small, white flowers.
What is the size of Galium falconeri?
Galium falconeri can reach up to 6 inches in height.
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-372909: Based on the initial data import
R.Bhattacharjee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Bhattacharjee' in the authors string.