Galactia herradurensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill.9: 455 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165426
Common Names
- Herradura Milkpea
- Galactia herradurensis
- Herradura Galactia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galactia herradurensis (also called Herradura Pea, among many other common names) is a small shrub or woody vine that is native to the southeastern United States. It has small, bright green leaves and produces clusters of small, bright pink flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Galactia herradurensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as a source of food, and for its timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Galactia herradurensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with light green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galactia herradurensis 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 herradurensis
Galactia herradurensis is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forest, tropical and subtropical moist forest, and tropical and subtropical wet forest.
Galactia herradurensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galactia herradurensis?
Galactia herradurensis
What type of plant is Galactia herradurensis?
It is a shrub
Where is Galactia herradurensis 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
References
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Galactia herradurensis Urb.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.