Santa Lucia Bedstraw

Galium clementis

Native to:
United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Rubiaceae
Genus:
Galium
Species:
Galium clementis
USDA Symbol:
GACL

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb , Subshrub
Height:
15 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
white
Ground Cover:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to mountainous regions with sparse vegetation

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI