Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Lady's Bedstraw |
| Scientific Name | Galium verum |
| MainColor | Yellow |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Native |
| Season Found | June (Jun - Sep) |
| ImageUrl | Galium-002 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Chorleywood |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 03 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
A sprawling perennial herb with clusters of tiny yellow flowers that produce a sweet scent. Historically used to stuff mattresses — hence the name “bedstraw.”
Distribution
Native to the UK and widespread across meadows, grasslands, and verges.
Medicinal/Other Uses
raditionally used as a diuretic and for skin conditions. The flowers were used to curdle milk in cheese-making.
Edibility
Young shoots can be eaten, and flowers are used occasionally for flavouring drinks or cheese.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicGenerally safe, though excessive consumption may cause mild digestive irritation.
Pet Toxicity
Not Toxic
Active Compounds
Iridoid glycosides, tannins, flavonoids.