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White Bedstraw (Galium album)

White Bedstraw (Galium album) is a perennial herb with whorls of narrow leaves and clusters of small white flowers, often found in meadows and open woodlands.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Adaptable to most well-drained soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay types. Prefers neutral to alkaline pH.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low feeder.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Flowers best in full sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Water regularly, especially during dry periods. Avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Adaptable to most well-drained soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay types. Prefers neutral to alkaline pH.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low feeder.

Apply balanced fertilizer lightly in spring if needed.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-1 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Green in mild climates, may die back in colder regions

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Whorled

Flower Size

0.5 cm

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderGentianales
  • familyRubiaceae
  • genusGalium
  • speciesGalium album
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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