Galium valentinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lange
Source:
wcs
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn 1881: 95 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000970540
Common Names
- Valentinum Bedstraw
- Valentinum Catchfly
- Valentinum Cleavers
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galium valentinum (also called Valentine's Bedstraw, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 50 cm tall. It has whorled leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Galium valentinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, digestive ailments, and respiratory problems. It is also used to make herbal teas and infusions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Galium valentinum is small and white with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galium valentinum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels.
Where to Find Galium valentinum
Galium valentinum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to the Balkans and 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-87841: Based on the initial data import
Johan Lange (1818-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lange' in the authors string.