Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vahl) Webb
Source:
wcvp
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Iter Hispan. : 24 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423985
Common Names
- Odontites Longiflorus
- Longiflorus's Odontites
- Odontites's Longiflorus
Description
Odontites longiflorus (also called Long-flowered Odontites, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to temperate Europe. It is a herbaceous perennial growing up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are pink. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Odontites longiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Odontites longiflorus has small, yellow flowers with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and white.
Cultivation and Propagation
Odontites longiflorus is a perennial plant that is native to Europe. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or autumn. Seeds can also be collected and sown in the spring.
Where to Find Odontites longiflorus
Odontites longiflorus is native to Europe and can be found in the countries of Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, and Switzerland.
Odontites longiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Odontites longiflorus?
Odontites longiflorus
What is the common name of Odontites longiflorus?
Long-Flowered Odontites
What is the natural habitat of Odontites longiflorus?
Grassy meadows and open woodlands
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:806425-1: 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].