Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ionicum
ID:
809374

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krendl

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 108: 265 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808708

Common Names

  • Galium ionicum
  • Ionian Galium
  • Ionian Bedstraw

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Description

Galium ionicum (also called Ionian Bedstraw, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with small white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, scrub and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Galium ionicum is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Galium ionicum is white, with four petals and an ovary with four carpels. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galium ionicum is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate. It prefers well-drained soil in a sunny position and can be propagated from seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and the divisions should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Galium ionicum

Galium ionicum is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in grasslands, savannas, and scrublands.

Galium ionicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galium ionicum?

Galium ionicum

What is the family of Galium ionicum?

Rubiaceae

What is the habitat of Galium ionicum?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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,

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