Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
setosa
ID:
289591

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jaub. & Spach

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient. 1: 152 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288923



Common Names

  • Asperula setosa
  • Setosa Woodruff
  • Hairy Woodruff


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Synonyms

  • Asperula arvensis setosa (Jaub. & Spach) J.Thiébaut [valid]

Description

Asperula setosa (also called Bristly woodruff, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grassland and scrub, and can reach heights of up to 30 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Asperula setosa is used for its medicinal properties, as a tea to treat colds, flu, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asperula setosa has small white flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asperula setosa is a species of flowering plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is a low-growing, evergreen species that grows to a height of up to 30 cm (12 in). It is suitable for cultivation in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Asperula setosa

Asperula setosa is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.

Asperula setosa FAQ

What is the average height of a Asperula setosa?

Asperula setosa typically grows to a height of 2-3 meters.

What is the ideal temperature for a Asperula setosa?

Asperula setosa prefers temperatures between 20-30 degrees Celsius.

How much sunlight does a Asperula setosa need?

Asperula setosa needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.

Species in the Asperula genus

Asperula albiflora, Asperula ambleia, Asperula arvensis, Asperula assamica, Asperula asterocephala, Asperula asthenes, Asperula azerbaidjanica, Asperula badachschanica, Asperula balchanica, Asperula bargyli, Asperula botschantzevii, Asperula brachyantha, Asperula charophyton, Asperula ciliatula, Asperula cilicica, Asperula comosa, Asperula conferta, Asperula congesta, Asperula cunninghamii, Asperula cymulosa, Asperula czukavinae, Asperula dasyantha, Asperula euryphylla, Asperula fedtschenkoi, Asperula fragillima, Asperula friabilis, Asperula galioides, Asperula gemella, Asperula geminifolia, Asperula glabrata, Asperula glomerata, Asperula gracilis, Asperula graveolens, Asperula gunnii, Asperula insignis, Asperula insolita, Asperula involucrata, Asperula karategini, Asperula kotschyana, Asperula kovalevskiana, Asperula kryloviana, Asperula laevigata, Asperula lasiantha, Asperula libanotica, Asperula majoriflora, Asperula minima, Asperula molluginoides, Asperula nuratensis, Asperula oppositifolia, Asperula orientalis,

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-17097: Based on the initial data import
Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.