Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dimorphophylla
ID:
744581

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fortunato, Sede & Luckow

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Brittonia60: 350 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743914

Common Names

  • Galactia dimorphophylla
  • Two-leaved Milkpea
  • Two-leaved Galactia

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Description

Galactia dimorphophylla (also called dimorphic milkpea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is an erect shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to Australia. It is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Galactia dimorphophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Galactia dimorphophylla are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galactia dimorphophylla is a tropical shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the tips of the stems and rooting them in a moist medium. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Galactia dimorphophylla

Galactia dimorphophylla can be found in the Brazilian states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.

Galactia dimorphophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galactia dimorphophylla?

Galactia dimorphophylla

What are the common names of Galactia dimorphophylla?

Common names of Galactia dimorphophylla include dimorphic milkpea and dimorphic milkpea vine.

What is the natural habitat of Galactia dimorphophylla?

Galactia dimorphophylla is native to South America, where it is found in 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

Melissa Ann Luckow (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luckow' in the authors string.
Renée Hersilia Fortunato (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fortunato' in the authors string.
Silvano Sede: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sede' in the authors string.