Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
urceolata
ID:
694380

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poir.) Brummitt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Taxon 21: 309 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693713

Common Names

  • Galax Urceolata
  • Urceolate Galax
  • Urceolate Milkpea

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Synonyms

  • Solenandria cordifolia Beauv. ex Vent. [unknown]
  • Galax cordifolia (Vent.) W.T.Aiton [unknown]
  • Galax erythrorhiza Raf. [unknown]
  • Galax rotundifolia Pursh [unknown]
  • Pyrola urceolata Poir. [unknown]

Description

Galax urceolata (also called beaked galax, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the diapensiaceae family native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady woods.

Uses & Benefits

Galax urceolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galax urceolata has small, white, tubular flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galax urceolata is a small shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Galax urceolata

Galax urceolata is found in the South American countries of Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil.

Galax urceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galax urceolata?

Galax urceolata

What is the common name of Galax urceolata?

Galax

What is the native range of Galax urceolata?

Eastern North America

Species in the Galax genus

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2816164: Based on the initial data import
Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
Richard Kenneth Brummitt (1937-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brummitt' in the authors string.