Galactia dubia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Authors:
Schltdl.
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173586
Common Names
- Galactia dubia
- Dubia Galactia
- Doubtful Galactia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galactia dubia (also called Doubtful Milkpea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has small yellow flowers and is native to tropical areas of the Americas. It is found in moist habitats, such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Galactia dubia is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases, fever, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Galactia dubia has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galactia dubia is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Galactia dubia
Galactia dubia is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.
Galactia dubia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galactia dubia?
Galactia dubia
What type of plant is Galactia dubia?
It is a shrub
Where is Galactia dubia found?
It is found in South America
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
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:495402-1: Based on the initial data import