Galactia maisiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Alain
Source:
ildis
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Contr. Ocas. Mus. Hist. Nat. Colegio "De La Salle"9: 21 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165435
Common Names
- Maisiana Milkpea
- Galactia maisiana
- Maisiana Galactia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galactia maisiana (also called Mais' Pea, among many other common names) is a small shrub or woody vine that is native to the southeastern United States. It has small, bright green leaves and produces clusters of small, bright pink flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Galactia maisiana is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has a beautiful yellow flower and is often used as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Galactia maisiana is a small, white pea flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with two small cotyledons and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galactia maisiana is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and regular watering. It is also tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Where to Find Galactia maisiana
Galactia maisiana is native to the Caribbean Islands, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forest, tropical and subtropical moist forest, and tropical and subtropical wet forest.
Galactia maisiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galactia maisiana?
Galactia maisiana
What type of plant is Galactia maisiana?
It is a shrub
Where is Galactia maisiana found?
It is found in 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
Henri Alain Liogier (1916-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alain' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Galactia maisiana Alain: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.