Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
171247

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
R.de la Sagra, Hist. Fis. Cuba, Bot.10: 414 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170576

Common Names

  • Small-Leaved Milkpea
  • Galactia Parvifolia
  • Small-Leaved Galactia

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Synonyms

  • Galactia grisebachii Urb. [valid]
  • Galactia parvifolia heterophylla Urb. [valid]
  • Galactia parvifolia monophylla (Griseb.) Urb. [valid]
  • Galactia parvifolia triphylla Urb. [valid]
  • Dolichos filiformis L. [valid]
  • Galactia angustifolia monophylla Griseb. [valid]

Description

Galactia parvifolia (also called Galactia parvifolia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a spreading crown. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas and is found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Galactia parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galactia parvifolia has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galactia parvifolia is a perennial shrub native to the southeastern United States. It can grow up to 8 feet tall and is often used as a hedge or screen. It is best propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and given plenty of sun and water.

Where to Find Galactia parvifolia

Galactia parvifolia is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be found in moist forests, pastures, and roadsides.

Galactia parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galactia parvifolia?

Galactia parvifolia

What type of plant is Galactia parvifolia?

Shrub

What is the natural habitat of Galactia parvifolia?

Dry forests and scrublands

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