Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
weddelliana
ID:
171251

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(1): 142 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170580

Common Names

  • Weddell Milkpea
  • Weddell Galactia
  • Weddelliana Galactia

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Description

Galactia weddelliana (also called Galactia weddelliana, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a spreading crown. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas and is found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Galactia weddelliana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galactia weddelliana has small white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galactia weddelliana is a perennial shrub native to the southeastern United States. It can grow up to 8 feet tall and is often used as a hedge or screen. It is best propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and given plenty of sun and water.

Where to Find Galactia weddelliana

Galactia weddelliana is native to the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas. It is found in dry, sandy soils in open woods, roadsides, and disturbed sites.

Galactia weddelliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galactia weddelliana?

Galactia weddelliana

What type of plant is Galactia weddelliana?

Shrub

What is the natural habitat of Galactia weddelliana?

Dry forests and scrublands

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