Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erecta
ID:
166088

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Walter) Vail

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club22: 502 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165417

Common Names

  • Erect Milkpea
  • Upright Milkpea
  • Bushy Milkpea

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Synonyms

  • Galactia brachypoda Torr. & A.Gray [valid]
  • Ervum erectum Walter [valid]
  • Galactia sessiliflora Torr. & A.Gray [valid]
  • Glycine stricta Hook. [valid]

Description

Galactia erecta (also called Erect Galactia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a spreading habit. It is native to tropical South America and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Galactia erecta is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Galactia erecta is a small, white pea flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with two small cotyledons and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galactia erecta can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Galactia erecta

Galactia erecta is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in open woods, fields, and roadsides from Maryland to Florida and west to Texas.

Galactia erecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galactia erecta?

Galactia erecta

What type of plant is Galactia erecta?

It is a shrub

Where is Galactia erecta found?

It is found in Central and 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