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Stuart, Will
Galactia erecta
Galactia erecta (Walter) Vail
Erect Milkpea
Fabaceae (Pea family)
Synonym(s): Galactia brachypoda
USDA Symbol: GAER
USDA Native Status: L48 (N)
Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Herb , Vine
Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
Fruit Type: Legume
Distribution
USA: AL , FL , GA , LA , MS , NC , SC , TXAdditional resources
USDA: Find Galactia erecta in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Galactia erecta in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Galactia erecta
Metadata
Record Modified: 2022-10-27Research By: Joseph A. Marcus