Also known as Cleavers · Southern Cleavers · Warty Cleavers
Galium verrucosum, Warty Bedstraw, is a low-growing perennial herb forming a mat of small, rough leaves and inconspicuous white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright indirect
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Avoid intense, direct afternoon sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 15-25°C. Protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feel dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. During warmer months, increase watering frequency.
In winter, reduce watering significantly to allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or straggly stems at any time. This helps to keep the plant tidy and healthy, and can also prevent it from becoming leggy.
Propagate from stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep in a warm, bright location, out of direct sunlight, until roots form.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid excess moisture retention.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Warty Bedstraw (Galium verrucosum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Genus | Galium |
| Species | Galium verrucosum |
Similar in genus Galium
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
