Polygala nana
| Polygala nana | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Rosids |
| Order: | Fabales |
| Family: | Polygalaceae |
| Genus: | Polygala |
| Species: | P. nana |
Polygala nana, commonly known as candyroot is very small herbilous plant. Its root has a sweet flavored when it is chewed. Its usually hidden underneath the ground until it flowers. The seeds are dispersed by ants.