Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuspidata
ID:
694316

Status:
valid

Authors:
Teijsm. & Binn.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië27: 57 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693649

Common Names

  • Galactia cuspidata
  • Cuspidate Galactia
  • Cuspidate Milkvine

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Description

Galactia cuspidata (also called Cuspidata, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has alternate, oblong-elliptic leaves with entire margins and sharp, pointed tips. It is usually found in dry forests, in open areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Galactia cuspidata is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is a low-maintenance plant that is drought-tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galactia cuspidata 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

Galactia cuspidata is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Galactia cuspidata

Galactia cuspidata can be found in the southeastern United States.

Galactia cuspidata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galactia cuspidata?

Galactia cuspidata

What is the common name of Galactia cuspidata?

Toothed Milkpea

What is the family of Galactia cuspidata?

Fabaceae

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

Johannes Elias Teijsmann (1808-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Teijsm.' in the authors string.
Simon Binnendijk (1821-1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Binn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:495393-1: Based on the initial data import