ON THIS PLANT
Galium stellatum (starry bedstraw or desert bedstraw) is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is widespread across most of Arizona, and found also in Baja California, Baja California Sur, southeastern California (Inyo, San Bernardino, Riverside, Imperial and San Diego Counties), Nevada (Clark, Nye and Lincoln Cos.), Utah (Washington County). It is dioecious, with male and female flowers on separate plants.
CARE GUIDE
How to keep Galium Stellatum.
Pruning
To promote fresh growth, maintain compactness, and enhance blooming, prune starry bedstraw regularly in early spring. Remove old stems and any diseased branches to improve air circulation and reduce the risk of disease. Use clean, sharp tools to minimize damage, following trusted horticultural practices.
CHARACTERISTICS
Botanical profile.
ALSO KNOWN AS
Other names.
en Starry bedstraw
