Forest Licorice Bedstraw (Galium Circaezans) is a perennial herb in the Rubiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Galium circaezans is a perennial herb known commonly as forest licorice bedstraw, characterized by its small greenish-white to greenish-yellow flowers and barbed fruits that cling to fur or clothing.

Forest Licorice Bedstraw

Forest Licorice Bedstraw

Galium Circaezans

Galium circaezans is a perennial herb known commonly as forest licorice bedstraw, characterized by its small greenish-white to greenish-yellow flowers and barbed fruits that cling to fur or clothing.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support, seed dispersal ecology

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Forest Licorice Bedstraw

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Forest Licorice Bedstraw
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Taxonomy

Family:Rubiaceae
Genus:Galium