Galactia killipiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.F.Macbr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.13(3): 333 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165431
Common Names
- Killip Milkpea
- Galactia killipiana
- Killip Galactia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galactia killipiana (also called Killip's 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 yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Galactia killipiana 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 killipiana 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 killipiana is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and regular watering. It is also tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Where to Find Galactia killipiana
Galactia killipiana is native to the Caribbean Islands, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forest, tropical and subtropical moist forest, and tropical and subtropical wet forest.
Galactia killipiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galactia killipiana?
Galactia killipiana
What type of plant is Galactia killipiana?
It is a shrub
Where is Galactia killipiana 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
James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Galactia killipiana J.F.Macbr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.