Galactia lindenii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Burkart
Source:
ildis
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana16: 673 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164387
Common Names
- Linden's Milkpea
- Linden's Galactia
- Linden's Wild Bean
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galactia lindenii (also called Linden's Milkpea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Mexico and is found in wet montane forests. It grows to a height of 2 meters and has bright yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Galactia lindenii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful flower and is known for its drought tolerance.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Galactia lindenii is white and has five petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are smooth and have a white midrib.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galactia lindenii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a warm, sunny location. Both methods require well-draining soil and regular watering.
Where to Find Galactia lindenii
Galactia lindenii is native to Central America.
Galactia lindenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galactia lindenii?
Galactia lindenii
What are the common names of Galactia lindenii?
Linden's Galactia
What is the natural habitat of Galactia lindenii?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
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
Arturo Burkart (1906-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkart' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Galactia lindenii Burkart: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.