Galactia augusti - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.19: 16 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002275
Common Names
- Galactia Augusti
- Augusti Galactia
- Augusti Galactia Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galactia augusti (also called Augusti's Galactia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is found in the Philippines. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It grows in tropical rainforest and in open forest.
Uses & Benefits
Galactia augusti is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Galactia augusti var. celendinensis BurkartGalactia augustii var. augustii
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Galactia augusti has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and oval shaped with a brown and white speckled pattern. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Galactia augusti can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining medium. Keep the medium moist and in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Galactia augusti
Galactia augusti can be found in the south-east of New South Wales, Australia.
Galactia augusti FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galactia augusti?
Galactia augusti
What is the common name of Galactia augusti?
Augusti Galactia
What is the natural habitat of Galactia augusti?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Galactia genus
Galactia fiebrigiana, Galactia lindenii, Galactia sangsterae, Galactia acapulcensis, Galactia albiflora, Galactia anomala, Galactia argentea, Galactia augustii, Galactia benthamiana, Galactia combsii, Galactia cuneata, Galactia dictyophylla, Galactia earlei, Galactia eggersii, Galactia erecta, Galactia galactioides, Galactia glaucophylla, Galactia herradurensis, Galactia incana, Galactia isopoda, Galactia jenningsii, Galactia killipiana, Galactia laxiflora, Galactia maisiana, Galactia marginalis, Galactia minutifolia, Galactia multiflora, Galactia nummularia, Galactia pendula, Galactia pinetorum, Galactia regularis, Galactia remansoana, Galactia revoluta, Galactia rotundata, Galactia rubra, Galactia savannarum, Galactia shumbae, Galactia sparsiflora, Galactia suberecta, Galactia uniflora, Galactia wrightii, Galactia minarum, Galactia heterophylla, Galactia mollis, Galactia volubilis, Galactia brachyodon, Galactia canescens, Galactia elliottii, Galactia filiformis, Galactia floridana,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Legume Data Portal link for: Galactia augusti Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.