Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill.2: 315 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693691
Common Names
- Galactia Trinitensis
- Trinidad Milkpea
- Trinidad Galactia
Description
Galactia trinitensis (also called Trini milkpea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Galactia trinitensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Galactia trinitensis has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Galactia trinitensis is a small shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Galactia trinitensis
Galactia trinitensis is found in the South American countries of Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil.
Galactia trinitensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galactia trinitensis?
Galactia trinitensis
What is the common name of Galactia trinitensis?
Trinidad Milkpea
What is the native range of Galactia trinitensis?
Trinidad and Tobago
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