Galium Boreale, commonly known as Northern Bedstraw, is a plant species that is widespread throughout the northern hemisphere. As with many plants, Galium Boreale has several synonyms that are used to refer to it in different regions of the world. Some of the common synonyms for Galium Boreale include Galium septentrionale, Galium norvegicum, and Galium rubificans. These names are often used interchangeably in scientific literature, and may vary based on the region or language of the researcher. Despite their different names, all of these plants are part of the same genus and share many of the same characteristics and uses.