Description
Polygala deflorata (also called Defloured Milkwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a creeping habit and produces small, yellow flowers. It typically grows in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Polygala deflorata has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Polygala deflorata is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single pair of leaves.
Where to Find Polygala deflorata
Polygala deflorata is native to the southeastern United States, and can be found in woodlands, fields, and along roadsides from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.