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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: PerennialHabit: Herb
Fruit Type: Legume
Size Notes: Stems erect or ascending, up to about 3 feet long.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: Purple , VioletBloom Time: Apr , May , Jun , Jul , Aug , Sep
Distribution
USA: TXWeb Reference
Webref 23 - Southwest Environmental Information Network (2009) SEINet - Arizona ChapterAdditional resources
USDA: Find Galactia marginalis in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Galactia marginalis in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Galactia marginalis
Metadata
Record Modified: 2022-10-12Research By: SET