Galactia laotica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thuan
Source:
ildis
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Adansonia, n.s., 16: 510 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200482
Common Names
- Galactia laotica
- Laotian Galactia
- Laotian Milkvine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galactia laotica (also called Laotian Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an annual herb with pinnate leaves and small white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and is found in moist, lowland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Galactia laotica is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop, and as a soil-binding plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Galactia laotica has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galactia laotica can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Galactia laotica
Galactia laotica is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Africa, and Asia.
Galactia laotica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galactia laotica?
Galactia laotica
What type of plant is Galactia laotica?
It is a type of legume.
Where is Galactia laotica found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
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
Nguyen Van Thuan (d.1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thuan' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Galactia laotica Thuan: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.