Galium pulvinatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Elench. Pl. Nov. : 57 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000969958
Common Names
- Pulvinatum Bedstraw
- Galium pulvinatum
- Pulvinatum Cleavers
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galium pulvinatum (also called Cushion Bedstraw, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a creeping or ascending stem. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Galium pulvinatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: White flowers with four petals, Seed: Small, dark brown, oval-shaped seeds, Seedlings: Oval-shaped, dark green leaves with pointed tips
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galium pulvinatum is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady places. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in the spring in a well-drained soil and keep the soil moist. When propagating by division, divide the plant in the spring or autumn and replant in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and fertilize regularly.
Where to Find Galium pulvinatum
Galium pulvinatum is native to Europe and can be found in France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
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-87274: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.