Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearifolium
ID:
970029

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 7: 152 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000969367

Common Names

  • Linear-leaved Bedstraw
  • Galium linearifolium
  • Linearifolium Bedstraw

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Description

Galium linearifolium (also called Linear-leaved Bedstraw, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has long, thin stems with small, white flowers and linear leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as limestone cliffs and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Galium linearifolium is used in traditional medicine as a diuretic and for treating skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Galium linearifolium are small, white and star-shaped, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galium linearifolium is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by seed or division in the spring or fall. Division should be done in the spring or fall, when the plant is dormant. Seeds should be sown in the spring and lightly covered with soil. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Galium linearifolium

Galium linearifolium is native to the Mediterranean region.

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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