Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | White Bedstraw |
| Scientific Name | Galium album |
| MainColor | White |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Native |
| Season Found | June (Jun - Sep) |
| ImageUrl | Galium-003 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Chorleywood |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 03 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
A scrambling perennial with small, star-shaped white flowers, often forming mats in hedgerows and grassy areas. Related to Galium verum (Lady’s Bedstraw), but with white rather than yellow flowers.
Distribution
Native to the UK and widespread, especially in hedgerows, pastures, and roadside verges.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Historically used for wound care and mild diuretic purposes, as well as for curdling milk in cheesemaking, like other bedstraws.
Edibility
Young shoots sometimes eaten, though not commonly used today.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicGenerally safe, but excessive amounts may cause mild stomach upset.
Pet Toxicity
Not Toxic
Active Compounds
Iridoid glycosides, tannins, flavonoids.