Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
grandiflorum
ID:
599401

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Coss.) Willk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Prodr. Fl. Hispan. : 178 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598733



Common Names

  • Chaenorhinum grandiflorum
  • Large-flowered Chaenorhinum
  • Large-flowered Campion


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Description

Chaenorhinum grandiflorum (also called Large-flowered Snapdragon, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 40 cm tall and has linear leaves and white to pink flowers. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chaenorhinum grandiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaenorhinum grandiflorum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaenorhinum grandiflorum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Chaenorhinum grandiflorum

Chaenorhinum grandiflorum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, dry meadows, and open woodlands.

Chaenorhinum grandiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaenorhinum grandiflorum?

Chaenorhinum grandiflorum

What is the natural habitat of Chaenorhinum grandiflorum?

Dry grasslands, stony slopes, and rocky outcrops

What is the flowering period of Chaenorhinum grandiflorum?

April to June

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

Heinrich Moritz Willkomm (1821-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willk.' in the authors string.
Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:50973027-1: 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].