Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megalophylla
ID:
187466

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) J.H.Willis

Source:
ildis

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Muelleria1: 128 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186795

Common Names

  • Galactia Megalophylla
  • Large-Leaved Galactia
  • Large-Leaved Milkpea

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Synonyms

  • Lamprolobium megalophyllum F.Muell. [valid]

Description

Galactia megalophylla (also called Large-leaved Milkpea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry forests, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Galactia megalophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galactia megalophylla has small, yellow-green flowers, which are followed by small, round, black seed pods. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galactia megalophylla is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Galactia megalophylla

Galactia megalophylla is native to the southeastern United States, from Florida to Texas.

Galactia megalophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galactia megalophylla?

Galactia megalophylla

What is the common name of Galactia megalophylla?

Large-leaved Milkpea

Where is Galactia megalophylla found?

Galactia megalophylla is found in the southeastern United States, particularly in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.

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

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
James Hamlyn Willis (1910-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Willis' in the authors string.