Status:
valid
Authors:
(Spreng.) Govaerts
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Bot. 98: 812 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332198
Common Names
- Galium guadalupense
- Guadalupense Bedstraw
- Guadalupense Galium
Description
Galium guadalupense (also called Guadalupe Bedstraw, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is an herbaceous perennial that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Mexico, and is found in moist forests and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Galium guadalupense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and abdominal pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Galium guadalupense has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Galium guadalupense is a perennial herb that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment.
Where to Find Galium guadalupense
Galium guadalupense can be found in the Caribbean Islands.
Galium guadalupense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galium guadalupense?
Galium guadalupense
What is the natural habitat of Galium guadalupense?
Galium guadalupense is found in the mountains of Mexico.
What is the flowering season of Galium guadalupense?
Galium guadalupense flowers in the summer season.
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,