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Milk pea

Also known as: Beach pea

Milk pea is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family (Fabaceae).

Scientific classification

Genus

Milk pea (Galactia)

Family

Legume

Order

Legumes, milkworts and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

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Species

Downy milkpea Florida hammock milkpea Galactia peduncularis Elliott's milkpea

Care Guide for Milk pea

Every week

Water

Water: Milk pea thrives in varying moisture environments, requiring moderate watering weekly. This resilient species prefers outdoor cultivation, benefiting from natural rainfall and aligning growth with seasonal water availability, without needing excessive moisture or enduring long dry periods.

Propagation: To propagate milk pea, sow seeds after scarification for germination. Key conditions include warm temperatures (21-29°C), consistent moisture, and well-draining soil with adequate sunlight. Use nicking or soaking before planting, and follow steps to nurture seedlings until transplanting to individual pots.

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