Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sangsterae
ID:
165065

Status:
valid

Authors:
Proctor

Source:
ildis

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Bull. Inst. Jamaica, Sci. Ser.16: 10 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164394

Common Names

  • Sangster's Milkpea
  • Sangster's Galactia
  • Sangster's Wild Bean

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Description

Galactia sangsterae (also called Sangster's Milkpea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Mexico and is found in wet montane forests. It grows to a height of 2 meters and has bright yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Galactia sangsterae is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful flower and is known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galactia sangsterae has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galactia sangsterae can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a warm, sunny location. Both methods require well-draining soil and regular watering.

Where to Find Galactia sangsterae

Galactia sangsterae is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Galactia sangsterae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galactia sangsterae?

Galactia sangsterae

What are the common names of Galactia sangsterae?

Sangster's Galactia

What is the natural habitat of Galactia sangsterae?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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