Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
turgida
ID:
1257770

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
tro

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 10: 123 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001257108





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Description

Polygala turgida (also called Turgida Polygala, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Polygalaceae family. It is native to South America. It is an erect shrub with linear-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Polygala turgida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygala turgida has small, white flowers that are tubular in shape and grow in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygala turgida is an evergreen shrub that is native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering. The seed should be sown in spring or autumn. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer, and layering should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Polygala turgida

Polygala turgida can be found in the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas.

Polygala turgida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygala turgida?

Polygala turgida

What is the common name of Polygala turgida?

Turgid Polygala

What is the natural habitat of Polygala turgida?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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,

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