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galax

Scientific Name: Galax

Family: Diapensiaceae

Category: Dicot

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Galax (Galax urceolata)

The provided text mentions "Galax" in several contexts, but only one refers to a plant: Galax urceolata, also known as wandplant, wandflower, or beetleweed.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Galax urceolata
  • Common Names: wandplant, wandflower, beetleweed
  • Family: Diapensiaceae
  • Genus: Galax (containing a single species, Galax urceolata)

Distribution

According to the definition provided, Galax urceolata is native to the southeastern U.S.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The plant has rounded, evergreen leaves.
  • It produces spikes of small white flowers.