Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
mcvaughii
ID:
491212

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Wendt

Source:
ksu

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Lundellia 8: 18 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490544



Common Names

  • Polygala Mcvaughii
  • Mcvaughii Polygala
  • McVaugh's Polygala


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Description

Polygala mcvaughii (also called McVaugh's Milkwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Polygala mcvaughii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polygala mcvaughii is a small, yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped seedlings with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygala mcvaughii is a small, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings have established, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Polygala mcvaughii

Polygala mcvaughii can be found in the wild in the western United States, including Utah, Wyoming, and Colorado.

Polygala mcvaughii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygala mcvaughii?

Polygala mcvaughii

What is the common name of Polygala mcvaughii?

McVaugh's Polygala

What is the flowering season of Polygala mcvaughii?

Spring to summer

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,