Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
watsoniana
ID:
509949

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.C.Holmes & Singhurst

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Novon18: 347 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509281

Common Names

  • Watson's Galactia
  • Galactia watsoniana

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Description

Galactia watsoniana (also called Watson's Milkpea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery, oval leaves and white flowers. It is native to the western United States and Canada, and is found in dry, sandy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Galactia watsoniana is used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a flavoring agent in food. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as headaches, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Galactia watsoniana are small and yellow in color. The fruits are small, round, and yellow in color. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a reddish-brown stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galactia watsoniana is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the divisions should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Galactia watsoniana

Galactia watsoniana can be found in Mexico.

Galactia watsoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galactia watsoniana?

Galactia watsoniana

What is the family of Galactia watsoniana?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Galactia watsoniana?

Watson's birdflower

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

Walter C. Holmes (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Holmes' in the authors string.
Jason R. Singhurst: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Singhurst' in the authors string.