Galium psilocladum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ehrend.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 176: 209 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624414
Common Names
- Galium psilocladum
- Hair-stemmed Bedstraw
- Hairy-stemmed Bedstraw
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- Galium kotschyanum Boiss. [invalid]
Description
Galium psilocladum (also called 'Hairless Bedstraw', among many other common names) is a low-growing, herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe and parts of Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Galium psilocladum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Galium psilocladum has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galium psilocladum is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Galium psilocladum
Galium psilocladum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Galium psilocladum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galium psilocladum?
Galium psilocladum
What is the common name of Galium psilocladum?
Psiloclad Galium
What is the natural habitat of Galium psilocladum?
Dry grasslands and scrublands
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-274090: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ehrendorfer (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehrend.' in the authors string.