Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jussiaeana
ID:
171239

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
ildis

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Mimoses: 196 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170568

Common Names

  • Jussiaea's Milkpea
  • Jussiaea Galactia
  • Jussiaea's Galactia

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Synonyms

  • Galactia discolor Donn.Sm. [valid]
  • Periandra parviflora Micheli [valid]
  • Galactia camporum Sprague [valid]
  • Galactia curtissii Britton [valid]
  • Clitoria glomerata Griseb. [valid]
  • Galactia angustifolia Kunth [valid]
  • Galactia jussiaeana angustifolia (Kunth) Burkart [valid]
  • Galactia jussiaeana jussiaeana [unknown]
  • Collaea angustifolia (Kunth) Benth. [valid]
  • Galactia discolor Kunth [unknown]
  • Collaea rosea Benth. [valid]
  • Galactia jussiaeana velutina Chodat & Hassl. [illegitimate]
  • Galactia jussiaeana arenosa Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Galactia jussiaeana glabrescens Benth. [valid]

Description

Galactia jussiaeana (also called Galactia jussiaeana, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a spreading crown. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas and is found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Galactia jussiaeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its wood is used for construction and furniture making. Its leaves are also used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galactia jussiaeana has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galactia jussiaeana is a perennial shrub native to the southeastern United States. It can grow up to 8 feet tall and is often used as a hedge or screen. It is best propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and given plenty of sun and water.

Where to Find Galactia jussiaeana

Galactia jussiaeana is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be found in moist forests, pastures, and roadsides.

Galactia jussiaeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galactia jussiaeana?

Galactia jussiaeana

What type of plant is Galactia jussiaeana?

Shrub

What is the natural habitat of Galactia jussiaeana?

Dry forests and scrublands

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