Description
Polygala senensis (also called Chinese Milkwort, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and North Africa. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is characterized by its narrow, thread-like stems and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Polygala senensis is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Polygala senensis is a small, white or pinkish-white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few leaves.