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It has also been used in herbalism to treat cuts and kidney ailments. It is occasionally grown as an ornamental plant in gardens. The independent city of Galax, Virginia, is named after this plant.
What does Galax mean?
: an evergreen herb (Galax urceolata synonym G. aphylla of the order Diapensiales) of the southeastern U.S. that has glossy leaves and is related to the heaths (order Ericales)
How do you grow Galax?
Galax is suitable for growing in USDA plant hardiness zones 6 through 8. The plant doesn't do well in alkaline soil, and doesn't tolerate hot, dry weather. Galax plants prefer slightly moist, well-drained, acidic soil. In the home garden, Galax benefits from addition of mulch or compost.
Is Galax a good brand?
GALAX is a good company. They are more known for their higher end cards like the Hall of Fame cards.
What does Galax look like?
The leaves are a rounded cardioid (heart) shape, 2.5–7.5 cm diameter, rarely up to 15 cm, with a serrated margin with rounded "teeth". The flowers are produced in late spring to early summer, white in color and on a single spike-like raceme 15–25 cm long on top of a 20–50 cm tall stem.
