Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kunth) Benth. ex Hemsl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot.1: 301 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178262
Common Names
- Calopogonium galactioides
- Giant Calopogonium
- Giant Calopo
Synonyms
- Galactia belizensis Standl. [valid]
- Stenolobium galactioides (Kunth) Benth. [valid]
- Glycine galactioides Kunth [valid]
- Galactia hispidula Benth. [valid]
- Galactia retrorsa Leonard [valid]
- Galactia tuberosa Hook. & Arn. [illegitimate]
- Glycine lagascana DC. [valid]
- Rhynchosia galactioides (Kunth) DC. [valid]
Description
Calopogonium galactioides (also called Milky calopogonium, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has a short stem and a rounded crown, with yellow flowers and long, flat, dark green leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Calopogonium galactioides is used as an ornamental plant, as a fodder crop, as a green manure, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calopogonium galactioides has small yellow flowers and its seeds are small, flat and dark brown. Its seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calopogonium galactioides is a fast-growing, perennial vine that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Calopogonium galactioides
Calopogonium galactioides is native to tropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates, in areas with high humidity and rainfall.
Calopogonium galactioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calopogonium galactioides?
Calopogonium galactioides
What is the common name of Calopogonium galactioides?
Galactioid Calopogonium
What is the growth habit of Calopogonium galactioides?
It is an erect, perennial shrub, growing up to 2 m in height
Species in the Calopogonium genus
Calopogonium domingense,
Calopogonium lanceolatum,
Calopogonium racemosum,
Calopogonium sericeum,
Calopogonium velutinum,
Calopogonium galactioides,
Calopogonium caeruleum,
Calopogonium mucunoides,
Calopogonium galactoides,
Calopogonium caeruleum,
Species in the Fabaceae family