Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
alpicola
ID:
484687

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rupr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Fl. Caucasi : 166 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484019

Common Names

  • Polygala Alpicola
  • Alpicola Polygala
  • Alpicola's Polygala

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Description

Polygala alpicola (also called Alpine Polygala, 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 alpicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polygala alpicola 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 alpicola 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 alpicola

Polygala alpicola is native to the Alps.

Polygala alpicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygala alpicola?

Polygala alpicola

What are the common names of Polygala alpicola?

Mountain Milkwort

What is the growth habit of Polygala alpicola?

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,