Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
cymosa
ID:
484910

Status:
valid

Authors:
Walter

Source:
cmp

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Fl. Carol. : 179 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484242

Common Names

  • Cymose Polygala
  • Cymose Polygala
  • Cymose Polygala

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Synonyms

  • Polygala corymbosa Michx. [unknown]
  • Polygala attenuata Nutt. [unknown]
  • Polygala graminifolia Poir. [unknown]
  • Pilostaxis cymosa (Walter) Small [unknown]

Description

Polygala cymosa (also called 'Cymose Milkwort' and 'Cymose 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 cymosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polygala cymosa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygala cymosa is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in dry, rocky areas. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Polygala cymosa

Polygala cymosa is native to South Africa and can be found in the fynbos biome.

Polygala cymosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygala cymosa?

Polygala cymosa

What is the family of Polygala cymosa?

Polygalaceae

What is the natural habitat of Polygala cymosa?

Grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands

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