Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
dependens
ID:
1320477

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.A.Kerrigan

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 25: 104 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332931



Common Names

  • Polygala Dependens
  • Dependens Polygala
  • Dependent Milkwort


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Description

Polygala dependens (also called 'Dependent Milkwort', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, pinkish-purple flowers. It grows in rocky, dry areas and is often found in rocky crevices.

Uses & Benefits

Polygala dependens is used as an ornamental plant and is often used to create hedges and borders. It is also used as a ground cover and in erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygala dependens has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons and long, slender stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygala dependens is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall. It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Polygala dependens

Polygala dependens is found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Polygala dependens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygala dependens?

Polygala dependens

What is the common name of Polygala dependens?

Dependent Polygala

What is the natural habitat of Polygala dependens?

Polygala dependens is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas.

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

Raelee A. Kerrigan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Kerrigan' in the authors string.