Uses
Toxic parts
Edible uses
Notes
Leaves
Root
Material uses
There are no material uses listed for Polygala tenuifolia.Medicinal uses(Warning!)
The root is antibacterial, cardiotonic, cerebrotonic, expectorant, haemolytic, hypotensive, sedative and tonic[5][6][7][8]. It acts mainly as a tonic for the heart and kidney energies[9]. It is taken internally in the treatment of coughs with profuse phlegm, bronchitis, insomnia, palpitations, poor memory, anxiety, depression and nervous tension[9]. Externally it is used to treat boils and carbuncles[6][9]. The root is harvested in the autumn and dried for later use[9].
The leaves are used as a tonic for the kidneys[8].Unknown part
Ecology
Ecosystem niche/layer
Ecological Functions
Nothing listed.
Forage
Nothing listed.
Shelter
Nothing listed.
Propagation
Division.
Cuttings of young shoots in a frame in late spring[11].Practical Plants is currently lacking information on propagation instructions of Polygala tenuifolia. Help us fill in the blanks! Edit this page to add your knowledge.
Cultivation
Crops
Problems, pests & diseases
Associations & Interactions
There are no interactions listed for Polygala tenuifolia. Do you know of an interaction that should be listed here? edit this page to add it.
Polycultures & Guilds
There are no polycultures listed which include Polygala tenuifolia.
Descendants
Cultivars
Varieties
None listed.
Subspecies
None listed.
Full Data
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