Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tashiroi
ID:
193023

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg, sér. 3, 31: 34 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192352

Common Names

  • Galactia tashiroi
  • Tashiro's Milkpea
  • Tashiro's Galactia

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Synonyms

  • Galactia tashiroi yaeyamensis Ohwi [unknown]
  • Galactia formosana Matsum. [valid]
  • Galactia elliptifolia Merr. [deprecated]
  • Glycine lanceolata Hayata [unknown]
  • Galactia tashiroi yaeyamensis (Ohwi) H.Ohashi [valid]

Description

Galactia tashiroi (also called Japanese Milk Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia and the Himalayas. It grows in open grasslands, shrublands, and woodlands, and is characterized by its bright yellow flowers and its long, slender, hairy stems.

Uses & Benefits

Galactia tashiroi is a species of evergreen shrub native to Japan. It is often used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in landscaping and can provide shade and shelter.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galactia tashiroi has yellow, pea-like flowers that are clustered in a raceme. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galactia tashiroi is an annual herb native to Japan. It is easy to propagate from seeds, and prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought and frost tolerant.

Where to Find Galactia tashiroi

Galactia tashiroi can be found in the mountains of central and northern Japan.

Galactia tashiroi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galactia tashiroi?

Galactia tashiroi

What are the common names of Galactia tashiroi?

Tashiro's Milkvetch, Tashiro's Milkvetch Vine

What is the natural habitat of Galactia tashiroi?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and scrubland

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