Status:
valid
Authors:
Marques & J.F.B.Pastore
Source:
ksu
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 57: 99 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490575
Common Names
- Polygala Abreui
- Abreui Polygala
- Abreu's Polygala
Description
Polygala abreui (also called Abreu's Polygala, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Polygalaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is found in lowland forests, secondary forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Polygala abreui is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Polygala abreui is small and yellow. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are short and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Polygala abreui is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Polygala abreui
Polygala abreui is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.
Polygala abreui FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polygala abreui?
Polygala abreui
What is the common name of Polygala abreui?
Abreu's Polygala
What is the flowering season of Polygala abreui?
Spring to summer
Species in the Polygala genus
Polygala rostrata,
Polygala rupestris,
Polygala schinziana,
Polygala savannarum,
Polygala salasiana,
Polygala saprophytica,
Polygala santanderensis,
Polygala sanariapoana,
Polygala salviniana,
Polygala sardoa,
Polygala paludicola,
Polygala oreotrephes,
Polygala orbicularis,
Polygala pallida,
Polygala papuana,
Polygala papilionacea,
Polygala paniculata,
Polygala omissa,
Polygala northorpiana,
Polygala afra,
Polygala albida,
Polygala adenophora,
Polygala africana,
Polygala anatolica,
Polygala angolensis,
Polygala alpestris,
Polygala alpicola,
Polygala alpina,
Polygala amboniensis,
Polygala amara,
Polygala amarella,
Polygala acarnanica,
Polygala abyssinica,
Polygala acicularis,
Polygala cymosa,
Polygala dasanensis,
Polygala crista-galli,
Polygala dhofarica,
Polygala dispar,
Polygala distans,
Polygala declinata,
Polygala dewevrei,
Polygala classensii,
Polygala comosa,
Polygala citrina,
Polygala costaricensis,
Polygala corifolia,
Polygala evolvulacea,
Polygala exilis,
Polygala exsquarrosa,
Species in the Polygalaceae family
Acanthocladus brasiliensis,
Acanthocladus guayaquilensis,
Acanthocladus moyanoi,
Acanthocladus scleroxylon,
Acanthocladus tehuelchum,
Acanthocladus colombianus,
Acanthocladus dukei,
Acanthocladus pulcherrimus,
Acanthocladus santosii,
Acanthocladus dichromus,
Ancylotropis insignis,
Ancylotropis malmeana,
Asemeia grandiflora,
Asemeia ignatii,
Asemeia ilheotica,
Asemeia lindmaniana,
Asemeia marquesiana,
Asemeia martiana,
Asemeia monninoides,
Asemeia parietaria,
Asemeia pohliana,
Asemeia rhodoptera,
Asemeia glabra,
Asemeia hirsuta,
Asemeia apopetala,
Asemeia echinosperma,
Asemeia hondurana,
Asemeia securidaca,
Asemeia sphaerospora,
Asemeia tonsa,
Asemeia acuminata,
Asemeia extraaxillaris,
Asemeia galmeri,
Asemeia hebeclada,
Asemeia mollis,
Asemeia monticola,
Asemeia ovata,
Asemeia pseudohebeclada,
Asemeia tobatiensis,
Asemeia violacea,
Asemeia floribunda,
Atroxima afzeliana,
Atroxima liberica,
Badiera cubensis,
Badiera fuertesii,
Badiera oblongata,
Badiera penaea,
Badiera propinqua,
Badiera virgata,
Badiera subrhombifolia,