Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
185038

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 63 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184367

Common Names

  • Galactia longifolia
  • Longifolia Galactia
  • Galactia

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia longifolia (Jacq.) Pers. [valid]
  • Galega longifolia Jacq. [valid]
  • Galactia sagoti Duchass. & Walp. [unknown]
  • Clitoria micrantha Scop. [valid]
  • Galactia sagotii Duch. & Walp. [valid]
  • Galactia tenuiflora angustifoliolata Benth. [valid]
  • Sweetia longifolia (Jacq.) DC. [valid]
  • Galactia longifolia mollicoma Urb. [unknown]
  • Galactia tenuiflora lucida Baker [unknown]

Description

Galactia longifolia (also called 'Long-leaved Galactia' and 'Long-leaved Pea', among many other common names) is a small, deciduous shrub native to the Southwestern United States and Mexico. It has small, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers dry, sandy soils and can be found in open woodlands, prairies, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Galactia longifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galactia longifolia has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring and early summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galactia longifolia is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Galactia longifolia

Galactia longifolia is native to South America and can be found in the tropical forests of the region.

Galactia longifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galactia longifolia?

Galactia longifolia

What is the common name of Galactia longifolia?

Long-Leaf Galactia

What is the natural habitat of Galactia longifolia?

Tropical and subtropical regions of 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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.