Threepetal Bedstraw

Galium tinctorium

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Basic Information

Family: Rubiaceae

Genus: galium

Plant ID (slug): galium-tinctorium

Numeric ID: 21576

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

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Physical Characteristics

Galium tinctorium is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

N. America

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

An infusion of the whole plant has been used for its beneficial effects upon the respiratory organs[257]. Both Asperuloside (a terpenoid) and Coumarin (a benzopyrone) occur in some species of Galium.

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Galium tinctorium Threepetal Bedstraw