Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
rivularis
ID:
489463

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gürke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Kunene-Sambesi Exped. : 278 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000488795



Common Names

  • Polygala Rivularis
  • Rivular Milkwort
  • Rivular Polygala


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Description

Polygala rivularis (also called 'Rivularis' and 'Rivularis Polygala', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of 0.3-0.5 m. It is found in open grasslands, savannas, and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Polygala rivularis is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used to make baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygala rivularis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved spur. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings have a pair of cotyledons and a pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygala rivularis is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Polygala rivularis

Polygala rivularis can be found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

Polygala rivularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygala rivularis?

Polygala rivularis

What is the common name of Polygala rivularis?

Rivular Milkwort

What are the uses of Polygala rivularis?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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,