Galium viciosorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sennen & Pau
Source:
wcs
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Bull. Géogr. Bot. 24: 241 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000811154
Common Names
- Vicioso's Bedstraw
- Vicioso's Galium
- Galium viciosorum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galium viciosorum (also called Galium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Galium viciosorum is a popular ornamental plant used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used for timber production and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Galium viciosorum has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galium viciosorum is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation can be done by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a cold frame in autumn or spring.
Where to Find Galium viciosorum
Galium viciosorum is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, and Oaxaca.
Galium viciosorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galium viciosorum?
Galium viciosorum
What is the common name of Galium viciosorum?
Vicious Bedstraw
What is the natural habitat of Galium viciosorum?
Moist meadows, marshes, and wet woods
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-349382: Based on the initial data import
Carlos Pau y Español (1857-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pau' in the authors string.
Frère Sennen (1861-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sennen' in the authors string.