Status:
valid
Authors:
Miers ex Harv. & Sond.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 1: 11 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539683
Common Names
- Antizoma angustifolia
- Narrow-leaved Antizoma
- Antizoma
Description
Antizoma angustifolia (also called Narrow-Leaved Snapdragon, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has hairy stems and leaves, and produces white, pink, or purple flowers. It typically grows in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Antizoma angustifolia is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping projects. It has a low-growing habit and is drought tolerant, making it a good choice for xeriscaping. It can also be used to stabilize soil on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Antizoma angustifolia is a small, white or pinkish-white, five-lobed corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Antizoma angustifolia is an annual plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds in spring or early summer, and thin the seedlings to the desired spacing when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Antizoma angustifolia
Antizoma angustifolia is native to Angola.
Antizoma angustifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Antizoma angustifolia?
Antizoma angustifolia
What is the common name of Antizoma angustifolia?
Narrow-leaved antizoma
What is the natural habitat of Antizoma angustifolia?
It is native to tropical Africa
Species in the Antizoma genus
Species in the Menispermaceae family
Abuta acutifolia,
Abuta antioquiana,
Abuta aristeguietae,
Abuta barbata,
Abuta brevifolia,
Abuta bullata,
Abuta candollei,
Abuta chiapasensis,
Abuta chocoensis,
Abuta colombiana,
Abuta dwyeriana,
Abuta fluminum,
Abuta grandifolia,
Abuta grisebachii,
Abuta imene,
Abuta longa,
Abuta mycetandra,
Abuta obovata,
Abuta pahni,
Abuta panamensis,
Abuta panurensis,
Abuta platyphylla,
Abuta racemosa,
Abuta rufescens,
Abuta sandwithiana,
Abuta seemannii,
Abuta selloana,
Abuta solimoesensis,
Abuta soukupii,
Abuta spicata,
Abuta steyermarkii,
Abuta vaupesensis,
Abuta velutina,
Albertisia apiculata,
Albertisia capituliflora,
Albertisia cordifolia,
Albertisia crassa,
Albertisia cuneata,
Albertisia delagoensis,
Albertisia exelliana,
Albertisia ferruginea,
Albertisia glabra,
Albertisia laurifolia,
Albertisia mangenotii,
Albertisia mecistophylla,
Albertisia megacarpa,
Albertisia papuana,
Albertisia porcata,
Albertisia puberula,
Albertisia scandens,