Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
oreotrephes
ID:
478020

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt

Source:
ksu

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 29: 148 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477352

Common Names

  • Oreotrephes Polygala
  • Polygala
  • Polygala Oreotrephes

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Description

Polygala oreotrephes (also called 'Mountain Polygala', 'Mountain Milkwort' and 'Mountain Milkweed', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Polygalaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in rocky, open woods. It is a low-growing, herbaceous plant with small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Polygala oreotrephes is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and low maintenance requirements. It can be used as a groundcover in shady areas, and its leaves can be used in flower arrangements. It is also known to be a natural air purifier, removing toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polygala oreotrephes has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small, with delicate green foliage.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polygala oreotrephes is a perennial shrub that is native to wetland areas. It can be grown in containers or in the ground in moist, well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept warm and moist until germination.

Where to Find Polygala oreotrephes

Polygala oreotrephes is native to Central and South America.

Polygala oreotrephes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polygala oreotrephes?

Polygala oreotrephes

What are the common names of Polygala oreotrephes?

Common names include Oreotrephes Milkwort and Oreotrephes Polygala

What is the natural habitat of Polygala oreotrephes?

Polygala oreotrephes is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands 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,

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