Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
berlandieri
ID:
485087

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 21: 416 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484419



Common Names

  • Berlandieri Polygala
  • Berlandier's Milkwort
  • Polygala Berlandieri


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Description

Polygala berlandieri (also called 'Berlandier's Milkwort' and 'Berlandier's Polygala', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and small, pink flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Polygala berlandieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Polygala berlandieri has small, white or pinkish flowers. Seed: The seeds are small and dark brown. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygala berlandieri is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Polygala berlandieri

Polygala berlandieri can be found in the United States in the states of Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina.

Polygala berlandieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygala berlandieri?

Polygala berlandieri

What is the common name of Polygala berlandieri?

Berlandier's Milkwort

What is the natural habitat of Polygala berlandieri?

It is native to the Caribbean, from Cuba to Trinidad and Tobago.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2566483: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.