Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wrightii
ID:
166128

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl.3(5): 44 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165457

Common Names

  • Wright's Milkpea
  • Desert Milkpea
  • Wild Pea

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Synonyms

  • Odonia wrightii Rose [valid]

Description

Galactia wrightii (also called Wright's Pea, among many other common names) is a small shrub or woody vine that is native to the southeastern United States. It has small, bright green leaves and produces clusters of small, bright pink flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Galactia wrightii is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant plant that is often used as a ground cover or in erosion control. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak, and its flowers attract butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Galactia wrightii var. mollissima Kearney & Peebles
Galactia wrightii var. wrightii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Galactia wrightii are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a reddish-brown color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galactia wrightii is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and regular watering. It is also tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Where to Find Galactia wrightii

Galactia wrightii is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, sandy soils in open woods, fields, and roadsides.

Galactia wrightii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galactia wrightii?

Galactia wrightii

What is the common name of Galactia wrightii?

Milkpea

What is the natural habitat of Galactia wrightii?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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