Description
Polygala triquetra (also called Three-cornered Milkwort, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is characterized by its whorled leaves and small, pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Polygala triquetra is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Polygala triquetra is a small, white to pinkish-white, two-lipped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.