Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
plagioptera
ID:
489623

Status:
valid

Authors:
Linden & Planch.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Pl. Columb. 1: 29 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000488955



Common Names

  • Polygala Plagioptera
  • Slender-winged Milkwort
  • Slender-winged Polygala


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Description

Polygala plagioptera (also called Slanting Milkwort, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with a woody base and yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Polygala plagioptera is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat coughs, colds, and other respiratory ailments. It is also used to treat fever, headache, and dizziness. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polygala plagioptera is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygala plagioptera is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed or division of the root system.

Where to Find Polygala plagioptera

Polygala plagioptera is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.

Polygala plagioptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygala plagioptera?

Polygala plagioptera

What is the family of Polygala plagioptera?

Polygalaceae

What is the common name of Polygala plagioptera?

Plagioptera Milkwort

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

Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:205754-2: Based on the initial data import