Status:
valid
Authors:
S.F.Blake
Source:
ksu
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 51: 88 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484460
Common Names
- Apodanthera Polygala
- Apodanthera Milkwort
- Polygala Apodanthera
Description
Polygala apodanthera (also called 'Bird-in-a-bush', 'Bird-on-a-rock' and 'Wings-on-a-rock', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, grey-green, leathery leaves and produces small, yellow-green flowers in spring and summer. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Polygala apodanthera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, asthma, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Polygala apodanthera is yellow, with a white center, and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Polygala apodanthera is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and summer months, and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It is important to keep the soil moist during the first few weeks of growth, and to fertilize the plants regularly. Pruning is also important to keep the plant looking its best.
Where to Find Polygala apodanthera
Polygala apodanthera is native to Brazil and can be found in dry, sandy soils and open areas.
Polygala apodanthera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polygala apodanthera?
Polygala apodanthera
What is the family of Polygala apodanthera?
Polygalaceae
Where is Polygala apodanthera found?
Polygala apodanthera is found in Brazil.
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,