Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
insulare
ID:
745170

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Kato & Koi

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 61: 62 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744503



Common Names

  • Polypleurum insulare
  • Island polypleurum
  • Island false flax


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Description

Polypleurum insulare (also called Island Polypleurum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry and rocky habitats, forming dense mats of foliage.

Uses & Benefits

Polypleurum insulare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polypleurum insulare has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polypleurum insulare is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is also tolerant of salt and wind.

Where to Find Polypleurum insulare

Polypleurum insulare is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in temperate climates.

Polypleurum insulare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polypleurum insulare?

Polypleurum insulare

What is the habitat of Polypleurum insulare?

Dry rocky slopes and limestone cliffs

What is the flowering period of Polypleurum insulare?

April to June

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

Masahiro Kato (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kato' in the authors string.
Satoshi Koi (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koi' in the authors string.