Galactia longipes - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)3: 195 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200485
Common Names
- Galactia longipes
- Longstalk Galactia
- Longstalk Milkvine
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- Galactia mouretii Gagnep. [valid]
Description
Galactia longipes (also called Long-stalked 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 longipes is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop, and as a soil-binding plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Galactia longipes 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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Galactia longipes 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 longipes
Galactia longipes is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Africa, and Asia.
Galactia longipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galactia longipes?
Galactia longipes
What type of plant is Galactia longipes?
It is a type of legume.
Where is Galactia longipes 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
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Galactia longipes Gagnep.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.