Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
alpestris
ID:
484685

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Iconogr. Bot. Pl. Crit. 1: 25 (1823)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484017

Common Names

  • Polygala Alpestris
  • Alpestris Polygala
  • Alpestris's Polygala

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Synonyms

  • Polygala morisiana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Polygala microcarpa Gaudin [unknown]

Description

Polygala alpestris (also called Alpine Milkwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Polygalaceae. It is native to Europe, where it is found in the mountains of France, Switzerland, and Italy. It is found in rocky, alpine habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Polygala alpestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Polygala alpestris sub. croatica (Chodat) Hayek
Polygala alpestris sub. angelisii (Ten.) Nyman
Polygala alpestris sub. meridionalis Arrigoni

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polygala alpestris is a small, white, tubular flower with five lobes. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygala alpestris is a perennial herb that grows to a height of about 30 cm. It is native to Europe and is found in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Polygala alpestris

Polygala alpestris is found in the Alps.

Polygala alpestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygala alpestris?

Polygala alpestris

What are the common names of Polygala alpestris?

Alpine Milkwort

What is the growth habit of Polygala alpestris?

It is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial with a spreading habit.

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,

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