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Polygaloides chamaebuxus

box-leaved milkwort

P. chamaebuxus is a dwarf evergreen subshrub to 10cm high, with small, dark green, ovate leaves and pea-like, cream and yellow flowers 12mm in length in late spring and early summer

Other common names
bastard box
Synonyms
Polygala chamaebuxus
Chamaebuxus alpestris

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Botanical details
Family
Polygalaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
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Genus

Polygaloides are a genus of perennials with smooth stems and clusters of leaves which are narrow at the base and pointed at the top. Pink and white flowers appear from April to May.

Name status

Correct

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moderately fertile, humus-rich, sharply drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Can also be grown in pots in an alpine house

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown in pots in an open frame in autumn. Propagate by taking softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings in mid to late summer

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Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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