Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
inexpectans
ID:
1556187

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.P.Ferrer, R.Roselló, E.Laguna & Güemes

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Malac. 41: 156 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000035354



Common Names

  • Antirrhinum inexpectans
  • Inexpectans Antirrhinum
  • Antirrhinum


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Description

Antirrhinum inexpectans (also called Unexpected Snapdragon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Mediterranean. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of 10–30 cm (4–12 in). It is found in meadows, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Antirrhinum inexpectans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antirrhinum inexpectans has white flowers with a tubular shape and a five-lobed corolla. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have lanceolate leaves with a toothed margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antirrhinum inexpectans is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It can be grown from seed, but it is not recommended as the seedlings are not always true to type. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden or into larger containers. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Antirrhinum inexpectans

Antirrhinum inexpectans is found in the Mediterranean region.

Antirrhinum inexpectans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antirrhinum inexpectans?

Antirrhinum inexpectans

What is the common name of Antirrhinum inexpectans?

Unexpected Snapdragon

What is the natural habitat of Antirrhinum inexpectans?

Grassy and open areas in Europe

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77201794-1: 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].