Galium mollugo

Galium mollugo L.

Hedge Bedstraw

Galium mollugo is a herbaceous perennial plant known for its square stems and small white flowers. It can reach heights ranging from 15 to 100 cm (5.9 to 39.4 in). The plant features inflorescences of white flowers with four petals, each about 1 to 1.5 cm in diameter. The flowering period extends from May to September. Galium mollugo is commonly found in hedges, bushes, paths, meadows, and slopes up to an elevation of 2,100 m (6,900 ft) above sea level.

Details

Order:

Gentianales

Family:

Rubiaceae

Genus:

Galium

Chemistry:

The plant contains compounds such as iridoid glycosides, flavonoids, and triterpenoids. These compounds contribute to its medicinal properties.

Uses:

Galium mollugo has been traditionally used for its astringent and diuretic properties. It is sometimes employed in herbal medicine to treat conditions like diarrhea, fever, and skin irritations.

Flowering time:

May to September

Sowing time:

Early spring or fall

Plant height:

15-100 cm (5.9 to 39.4 in)

Flower color:

White

Suitable habitat:

Hedges, bushes, paths, meadows, and slopes

Info

Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.

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