Sweet Woodruff (Galium odoratum)
Galium odoratum, Sweet Woodruff, is a low-growing perennial herb with fragrant foliage and delicate white flowers. It thrives in shade as a groundcover, releasing a sweet
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Sunlight
Full to partial shade
Watering
Consistently moist
Soil
Well-drained, humus-rich, slightly acidic to neutral soil.
Temperature
Cool to moderate
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low need
Care Requirements
Full to partial shade
Consistently moist
Avoid waterlogging
Well-drained, humus-rich, slightly acidic to neutral soil.
Cool to moderate
10-24 °C
Outdoor
Low need
Light application in spring if needed
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb, Creeper
Plant Category
Ornamental, Medicinal
Plant Place Type
Groundcover, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
15-30 cm
Spread
30-60 cm
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Whorled
Flower Size
0.3-0.5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
1500
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderGentianales
- familyRubiaceae
- genusGalium
- speciesGalium odoratum
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 2/5
Edible
Yes
Contains coumarin, which can be toxic in large quantities, especially to pets. When dried, coumarin gives off a sweet scent and is used in herbal remedies and flavorings, but moderation is key.