Galium lucidum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
All.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1773
Citation Micro:
Auct. Syn. Meth. Stirp. Hort. Regii Taur. : 5 (1773)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000969381
Common Names
- Galium
- Shiny Bedstraw
- Lucid Bedstraw
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galium lucidum (also called Shining 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 lucidum is used as an ornamental in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a pleasant scent and can be used as an insect repellent. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Galium lucidum sub. corrudifolium (Vill.) BonnierGalium lucidum sub. fruticescens (Cav.) O.Bolòs & Vigo
Galium lucidum sub. lucidum
Galium lucidum sub. venustum (Jord.) Arcang.
Galium lucidum sub. krendlii Natali
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Galium lucidum 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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Galium lucidum is a herbaceous perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is tolerant of drought. Propagation is by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in the open ground.
Where to Find Galium lucidum
Galium lucidum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.
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-86729: Based on the initial data import
Carlo Allioni (1728-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'All.' in the authors string.