Illinois Natural History Survey

Polygala lutea Linnaeus (Polygalaceae)

Orange Milkwort

Photo of Polygala lutea

Link to photo of Polygala lutea inflorescence

Synonyms: Pilostaxis lutea (Linnaeus) Small

This species is native to the southeastern United States.

Life History:

Habitat: Bog, flatwoods, and Cypress pond margins

Illinois Plant Information Network (ILPIN):

This Species is not native to and does not escape in Illinois.

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