Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
xanti
ID:
1265837

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
tro

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 5: 153 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265175



Common Names

  • Xantus' Milkwort
  • Xantus' Polygala
  • Xantus' Flower


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Description

Polygala xanti (also called 'Xantus' Polygala', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows in dry forests, thickets, and disturbed areas, and has trifoliate leaves and small, pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Polygala xanti is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source and as a dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygala xanti has pink flowers with 5 petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have thin, succulent stems and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygala xanti is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Polygala xanti

Polygala xanti is native to the Mediterranean region.

Polygala xanti FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygala xanti?

Polygala xanti

What is the common name of Polygala xanti?

Xantus' milkwort

What is the natural habitat of Polygala xanti?

Grassy slopes and open woodlands

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 tro-50216430: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.