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(Galium tomentosum)
Woolly Bedstraw (Galium tomentosum)
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Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements
| • Precipitation | 14" - 17" |
| • High Temp. | 75°F - 87°F |
| • Low Temp. | 39°F - 49°F |
Summary
Galium tomentosum, commonly known as Woolly Bedstraw or Tomentose Bedstraw, is a perennial herb native to South AfricaCC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type:
- Height: 0.5-1.5 feet
- Width: 0.5-1.5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: White
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Fast, Medium
Common Uses
Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance, Rock Garden
Natural Habitat
Native to chaparral, oak woodlands, and coniferous forests of Western North America
Other Names
Common Names: Tomentose Bedstraw
Scientific Names: Galium tomentosum , Galium asperum , Galium asperum var. villosum , Galium glabrum , Galium maritimum
GBIF Accepted Name: Galium tomentosum