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Heath Milkwort Polygala serpyllifolia Na deirfiúiríní Family: Polygalaceae Flowering time: May-September. Perennial. Native. Flowers are usually deep blue but they can also be mauve, pink or white. Usually less than 10 on main stem. Sepals more/less acute. The narrow hairless leaves are stalkless with some lower stem leaves opposite. Stems are not or only slightly woody at base. Height 5-20 cm. Locally abundant on acid heaths and grassland. Similar: Common Milkwort, Polygala vulgaris. All are leaves alternate, grows on either acidic or calcareous ground.

Heath Milkwort, Polygala serpyllifolia, Na deirfiúiríní