Description
Polygala buxiformis (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 America. 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 buxiformis 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 buxiformis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
Cultivation and Propagation
Polygala buxiformis is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by division or cuttings.