Galium simense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fresen.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Mus. Senckenberg. 2: 165 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000970205
Common Names
- Sim Bedstraw
- Sim Galium
- Sim-bedstraw
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galium simense (also called Sim's Bedstraw, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with small white flowers and whorled leaves. It is native to Europe and Asia and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Galium simense has been used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It has also been used medicinally to treat various ailments such as skin diseases, respiratory problems, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Galium simense is small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galium simense is a low-growing, spreading perennial with small, star-shaped, white flowers. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings.
Where to Find Galium simense
Galium simense can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
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-87518: Based on the initial data import
Georg Fresenius (1808-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fresen.' in the authors string.