Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
volubilis
ID:
168254

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Britton

Source:
ildis

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club5: 208 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167583

Common Names

  • Galactia volubilis
  • Climbing Milkpea
  • Climbing Milkpea Vine

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Synonyms

  • Galactia mississippiensis Vail [unknown]
  • Galactia volubilis mississippiensis Vail [valid]
  • Galactia macreei M.A.Curtis [valid]
  • Galactia mississippiensis Rydb. [valid]
  • Galactia pilosa angustifolia Torr. & A.Gray [valid]
  • Galactia pilosa macreei (M.A.Curtis) Torr. & A.Gray [valid]
  • Galactia volubilis intermedia Vail [illegitimate]
  • Galactia volubilis baltzelliana D.B.Ward & D.W.Hall [valid]

Description

Galactia volubilis (also called Climbing Milkpea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a low-growing habit and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky soils in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Galactia volubilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galactia volubilis has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galactia volubilis is a perennial vine that is native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Galactia volubilis

Galactia volubilis is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is often found in gardens and parks in these regions.

Galactia volubilis FAQ

What is the common name of Galactia volubilis?

Climbing Milkpea

What is the natural habitat of Galactia volubilis?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

What is the wood of Galactia volubilis used for?

The wood is used for fodder, green manure, and erosion control.

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:106742-2: Based on the initial data import