Status:
valid
Authors:
(Regel & Schmalh.) M.G.Vassiljeva & Pimenov
Source:
cmp
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Opred. Rast. Sred. Azii 7: 223 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693706
Common Names
- Galagania Tenuisecta
- Slender-segmented Galagania
- Slender-segmented Milkpea
Synonyms
- Johrenia platypoda Aitch. & Hemsl. [unknown]
- Eulophus tenuisectus (Regel & Schmalh.) M.Hiroe [unknown]
- Galagania margiana Pimenov & M.G.Vassiljeva [unknown]
- Galagania platypoda (Aitch. & Hemsl.) M.G.Vassiljeva & Pimenov [unknown]
- Peucedanum tenuisectum Regel & Schmalh. [unknown]
- Korovinia tenuisecta (Regel & Schmalh.) Nevski & Vved. [unknown]
Description
Galagania tenuisecta (also called finely divided milkvetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family native to Central Asia. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Galagania tenuisecta 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
Galagania tenuisecta has small, white, tubular flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Galagania tenuisecta 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 Galagania tenuisecta
Galagania tenuisecta is found in the South American countries of Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil.
Galagania tenuisecta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galagania tenuisecta?
Galagania tenuisecta
What is the common name of Galagania tenuisecta?
Slender Milkpea
What is the native range of Galagania tenuisecta?
Kazakhstan
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