What is Goosegrass?
Goosegrass (Galium aparine) is a widespread annual forb/herb that can be found across Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa. Goosegrass (Latin: Galium aparine) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
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Goosegrass (Galium aparine) is a widespread annual forb/herb that can be found across Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa. Goosegrass (Latin: Galium aparine) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Goosegrass is most often used to support topical & skin. Each claim is rated by evidence strength — see the full profile for citations.
Goosegrass is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Goosegrass is a member native to AFG, ALB, ALG, ALT, AUT, and AZO. Goosegrass thrives in light to medium soil with a pH between 5.4 and 7.2, tolerating both sandy and clay conditions.
Goosegrass grows best in USDA zone 3-7, 6/10 light, dry, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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