Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latisiliqua
ID:
171240

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat. (Paris)9: 414 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170569

Common Names

  • Broad-Leaved Milkpea
  • Galactia Latisiliqua
  • Broad-Leaved Galactia

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Synonyms

  • Galactia jussiaeana velutina (Benth.) Griseb. [valid]
  • Galactia flaviflora (Griseb.) Micheli [valid]
  • Galactia jussiaeana volubilis Benth. [valid]
  • Galactia obovata Malme [valid]
  • Galactia velutina Benth. [valid]
  • Galactia neesii flaviflora Griseb. [valid]
  • Galactia latisiliqua latisiliqua [unknown]
  • Collaea latisiliqua (Desv.) Benth. [valid]
  • Galactia latisiliqua chacoensis Burkart [valid]
  • Galactia latisiliqua orbicularis Burkart [valid]

Description

Galactia latisiliqua (also called Galactia latisiliqua, 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 latisiliqua 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 latisiliqua 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 latisiliqua 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 latisiliqua

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

Galactia latisiliqua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galactia latisiliqua?

Galactia latisiliqua

What type of plant is Galactia latisiliqua?

Shrub

What is the natural habitat of Galactia latisiliqua?

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