Polygala paniculata
L.
Island snake root
Polygalaceae Edible: Leaves ?
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Description
A herb. It grows each year from seed. It grows 10-50 cm tall. The tap root is yellow and has a scent. The leaves are 1-2 cm long and 2-4 mm wide. They are in rings of 5. The flowers are small and white. They are in groups at the ends of branches that are 2-10 cm long. The fruit is oblong. The seed have dense white hairs.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows from sea level to 2,300 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Asia, Brazil, Central America, China, Nicaragua, Pacific, Panama, Samoa,
Also Known As
Namupululola
References (2)
- Parham, B. E. V., 1972, Plants of Samoa. New Zealand Department of Scientific and Industrial Research. Information Series. No. 85 p 88
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
