Status:
valid
Authors:
Burkart
Source:
ildis
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana16: 695 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164382
Common Names
- Fiebrig's Milkpea
- Galactia Fiebrigiana
- Fiebrig's Pea
Description
Galactia fiebrigiana (also called Fiebrig's Milkpea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Mexico and is found in wet montane forests. It grows to a height of 2 meters and has bright yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Galactia fiebrigiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its bark is used to make dyes and medicines.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Galactia fiebrigiana var. fiebrigiana
Galactia fiebrigiana var. correntina Burkart
Galactia fiebrigiana var. pedicellata Burkart
Galactia fiebrigiana var. sericophylla Burkart
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Galactia fiebrigiana is a yellow, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Galactia fiebrigiana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a warm, sunny location. Both methods require well-draining soil and regular watering.
Where to Find Galactia fiebrigiana
Galactia fiebrigiana is native to Central America.
Galactia fiebrigiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galactia fiebrigiana?
Galactia fiebrigiana
What are the common names of Galactia fiebrigiana?
Fiebrig's Galactia
What is the natural habitat of Galactia fiebrigiana?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
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