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Milkworts

Milkworts get most of their common names, and their genus name, from their rumored ability to make cows give more milk when eaten. Its scientific name Polygala literally means "abundant milk" in Greek. The roots of all species have a distinctive wintergreen fragrance when crushed.

Scientific classification

Genus

Milkworts (Polygala)

Family

Milkwort

Order

Legumes, milkworts and allies

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Evergreen

Leaf type

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Milkworts

Species

Myrtle-leaf milkwort Common milkwort Orange milkwort Sweet pea bush Dwarf milkwort Seneca snakeroot Chalk milkwort Candyroot Racemed milkwort White milkwort Purple milkwort Drumheads Procession flower

Care Guide for Milkworts

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Milkworts thrives in consistently moist conditions, similar to a tropical habitat, requiring weekly watering. As an evergreen, it retains foliage year-round and needs a steady water supply for healthy growth and vitality, avoiding waterlogging.

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