Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
leptostachys
ID:
489197

Status:
valid

Authors:
Shuttlew. ex A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 41 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000488529



Common Names

  • Polygala leptostachys
  • Slender-spiked Milkwort
  • Slender-spiked Polygala


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Description

Polygala leptostachys (also called Slender Milkwort, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, pinkish-white flowers. It grows in dry, stony habitats, such as hillsides and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Polygala leptostachys is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygala leptostachys has small, yellowish-white flowers with five petals and a long, thin style. The seeds are small, black and glossy, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygala leptostachys is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Polygala leptostachys

Polygala leptostachys is native to South Africa and can be found in the Fynbos biome.

Polygala leptostachys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygala leptostachys?

Polygala leptostachys

What is the common name of Polygala leptostachys?

Slender-spiked Milkwort

What is the family of Polygala leptostachys?

Polygalaceae

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2572743: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Robert James Shuttleworth (1810-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shuttlew.' in the authors string.