Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
valentinus
ID:
745013

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.B.Crespo & Mateo

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Flora Montiber. 41: 63 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744346



Common Names

  • Odontites Valentinus
  • Valentine's Odontites
  • Valentine's Toothwort


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Description

Odontites valentinus (also called Toothwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and produces small, pink flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Odontites valentinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for its essential oil, which is used in perfumes and soaps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Odontites valentinus are small, white and star-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontites valentinus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Odontites valentinus

Odontites valentinus is native to Europe.

Odontites valentinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontites valentinus?

Odontites valentinus

What is the common name of Odontites valentinus?

Valentin's Toothwort

What is the hardiness zone of Odontites valentinus?

4-8

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

Gonzalo Mateo (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mateo' in the authors string.
Manuel-Benito Crespo (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.B.Crespo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77095471-1: 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].