Sonoran Desert Naturalist >>> Field Guide >>> Sonoran Desert Flora >>> Rubiaceae
Annuals, Perennials and Shrubs. Opposite or whorled leaves. Fruit a pair of fused achenes. Several species.
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Buttonbush |
Cephalanthus occidentalis |
Shrubby Bedstraw |
Galium stellatum |
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Woody shrub usu. of wet places, thus restricted to riparian areas with good water supply. Spherical clusters of bright white flowers. Detailed Description |
Smallish woody shrub usu. of shady canyons or north-facing cliffs. After flowering abundant glistening paired fruits. Leaves in whorls of four at each node. Detailed Description |
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Goosegrass |
Galium aparine |
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Annual of spring growing mostly in shady, moist spots upon mountains and in deep canyon. Leaves whorled. Hooked hairs on fruits and stems. Detailed Description |
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