Polygala reinii

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Basic Information

Family: Polygalaceae

Genus: polygala

Plant ID (slug): polygala-reinii

Numeric ID: 4717

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

Ratings

Edible Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆
Medicinal Rating: ★☆☆☆☆
Other Uses Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆

Physical Characteristics

Polygala reinii is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Japan.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Tonic Tonic.

Known Hazards

Although no specific mention has been seen for this species, at least one member of this genus is said to be poisonous in large quantities.

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Polygala reinii PFAF Plant Database

Meta Description: Polygala reinii is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.