Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
sekhukhuniensis
ID:
747668

Status:
valid

Authors:
Retief, S.J.Siebert & A.E.van Wyk

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 76: 346 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000747001

Common Names

  • Sekhukhuni Polygala
  • Sekhukhuni Polygal
  • Sekhukhuni Polyga

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Description

Polygala sekhukhuniensis (also called Sekhukhuni Milkwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Polygalaceae family. It is native to South Africa. This plant is usually found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Polygala sekhukhuniensis is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties such as anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polygala sekhukhuniensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygala sekhukhuniensis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Polygala sekhukhuniensis requires little maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions.

Where to Find Polygala sekhukhuniensis

Polygala sekhukhuniensis is native to the Limpopo province of South Africa.

Polygala sekhukhuniensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygala sekhukhuniensis?

Polygala sekhukhuniensis

What is the natural habitat of Polygala sekhukhuniensis?

Grasslands and woodlands

What is the average height of Polygala sekhukhuniensis?

Up to 1 meter

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,

References

Abraham Erasmus van Wyk (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.van Wyk' in the authors string.
Elizabeth Retief (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Retief' in the authors string.
Stefan John Siebert (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.J.Siebert' in the authors string.