Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
africana
ID:
694414

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mill.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1768

Citation Micro:
Gard. Dict. ed. 8: n.° 2 (1768)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693747

Common Names

  • Galega africana
  • African Goat's Rue
  • African Sweet Pea

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Synonyms

  • Galega officinalis africana (Mill.) DC. [unknown]
  • Galega officinalis villosa Pérez Lara [unknown]

Description

Galega africana (also called African galega, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family native to Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Galega africana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Galega africana is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galega africana is a small shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Galega africana

Galega africana is found in the South American countries of Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil.

Galega africana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galega africana?

Galega africana

What is the common name of Galega africana?

African Goat's Rue

What is the family of Galega africana?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family