Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
suganumae
ID:
1305937

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.B.Pastore & Marques

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Brasil. 23: 446 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318391



Common Names

  • Suganumae Polygala
  • Polygala Suganumae
  • Suganuma's Milkwort


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Description

Polygala suganumae (also called Suganuma's polygala, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Brazil. It has a woody stem with two to three leaves and a single flower. It grows in open areas and in the shade of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Polygala suganumae is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygala suganumae has small purple flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygala suganumae is a shrub native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Polygala suganumae

Polygala suganumae can be found in the Brazilian states of Paraná, Santa Catarina, and Rio Grande do Sul.

Polygala suganumae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygala suganumae?

Polygala suganumae

What is the common name of Polygala suganumae?

Suganumae

What is the natural habitat of Polygala suganumae?

Dry forests in Brazil

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

Maria do Carmo Mendes Marques (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marques' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.