Lady's Bedstraw (Galium verum)
Lady's Bedstraw (Galium verum) is a perennial herb with clusters of tiny, fragrant yellow flowers and whorls of narrow leaves, historically used for medicinal and dyeing purposes.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Watering
Water moderately, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Soil
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and poor soils.
Temperature
Thrives in moderate temperatures between 15-25 °C. Tolerates cooler conditions.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Generally does not require heavy feeding. A light application of balanced fertilizer in spring is sufficient if soil is poor.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Water moderately, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and poor soils.
Thrives in moderate temperatures between 15-25 °C. Tolerates cooler conditions.
Outdoor
Generally does not require heavy feeding. A light application of balanced fertilizer in spring is sufficient if soil is poor.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Medicinal
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-1.2 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Whorled
Flower Size
0.2-0.5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderGentianales
- familyRubiaceae
- genusGalium
- speciesGalium verum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No