Description
Polygala dolichocarpa (also called Long-Fruited Milkwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical America and is found in moist forests, along rivers, and in disturbed areas. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and 2-4 cm long. Its flowers are pink or purple and its fruits are small, globose, and up to 1 cm in diameter.
Uses & Benefits
Polygala dolichocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, coughs, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Polygala dolichocarpa has small, yellowish-white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Polygala dolichocarpa is a perennial herb that is native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is tolerant of drought and heat. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Polygala dolichocarpa
Polygala dolichocarpa is native to South America and is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the continent, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.