Florida Hammock Milkpea (Galactia Striata) is a perennial vine in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Galactia striata is a scrambling vine native to Florida, known for its long trailing stems and distinctive pink flowers with white stripes.

Florida Hammock Milkpea

Florida Hammock Milkpea

Galactia Striata

Galactia striata is a scrambling vine native to Florida, known for its long trailing stems and distinctive pink flowers with white stripes.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Florida Hammock Milkpea

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Florida Hammock Milkpea
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Galactia