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Galactia marginalis

Galactia marginalis Benth.

Edible Milkpea

Fabaceae (Pea Family)

Synonym(s):

USDA Symbol: GAMA2

USDA Native Status: L48 (N)

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Plant Characteristics

Duration: Perennial
Habit: Herb
Fruit Type: Legume
Size Notes: Stems erect or ascending, up to about 3 feet long.

Bloom Information

Bloom Color: Purple , Violet
Bloom Time: Apr , May , Jun , Jul , Aug , Sep

Distribution

USA: TX

Web Reference

Webref 23 - Southwest Environmental Information Network (2009) SEINet - Arizona Chapter

Additional resources

USDA: Find Galactia marginalis in USDA Plants
FNA: Find Galactia marginalis in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Galactia marginalis

Metadata

Record Modified: 2022-10-12
Research By: SET

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