Galactia minutifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. (Urban). 2(2): 325. 1900 [20 Oct 1900]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165437
Common Names
- Small-Leaf Milkpea
- Small-Leaved Milkpea
- Small-Leaf Wild Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galactia minutifolia (also called Dwarf 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 blue flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Galactia minutifolia is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has a beautiful pink 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 minutifolia 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 minutifolia is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1 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 minutifolia
Galactia minutifolia is native to the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas. It can be found in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands, fields, and roadsides.
Galactia minutifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galactia minutifolia?
Galactia minutifolia
What type of plant is Galactia minutifolia?
It is a shrub
Where is Galactia minutifolia 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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-11863: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.