Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
linkii
ID:
389275

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heldr. & Sartori ex Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 3: 177 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388607



Common Names

  • Link's Toothwort
  • Link's Odontites
  • Linkii Odontites


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Description

Odontites linkii (also called Link's Rattle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in meadows, pastures and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Odontites linkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Odontites linkii sub. cyprius (Boiss.) Bolliger
Odontites linkii sub. linkii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Odontites linkii has small, bright yellow flowers, with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontites linkii is a perennial plant that is native to Europe and parts of Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. It is a low maintenance plant and requires little care.

Where to Find Odontites linkii

Odontites linkii is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Odontites linkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontites linkii?

Odontites linkii

What is the family of Odontites linkii?

Orobanchaceae

What is the common name of Odontites linkii?

Link's Toothwort

Species in the Odontites genus

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
Giovanni Battista Sartorelli (1780-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sart.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:806423-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].