Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
smallii
ID:
210918

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Herndon

Source:
ildis

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Rhodora83: 471 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210247

Common Names

  • Galactia smallii
  • Small's Milkpea
  • Small's Milk-Pea

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Synonyms

  • Galactia prostrata Small [illegitimate]

Description

Galactia smallii (also called Small's Milkpea, among many other common names) is an erect, perennial herb with pink flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in dry, open areas such as hillsides, roadsides, and disturbed areas. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Galactia smallii is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galactia smallii has small white flowers, with dark purple veins. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galactia smallii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the western United States. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil. Once established, Galactia smallii should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Galactia smallii

Galactia smallii is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in dry, sandy soils, such as in pine flatwoods and sandhills.

Galactia smallii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galactia smallii?

Galactia smallii

What is the common name of Galactia smallii?

Small's Milkpea

What is the natural habitat of Galactia smallii?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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