Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
litorale
ID:
599414

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bernh. ex Willd.) Rouy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Naturaliste 4(2): 190 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598746



Common Names

  • Chaenorhinum litorale
  • Coastal Chaenorhinum
  • Coastal Campion


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Description

Chaenorhinum litorale (also called Coastal Twin Spur, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and grows in sunny, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chaenorhinum litorale is a flowering plant that is often grown in gardens for its ornamental value. It has small, star-shaped flowers that come in shades of white, pink, and purple. It is also drought-tolerant and can be used as a ground cover in dry areas.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chaenorhinum litorale sub. pterosporum (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) P.H.Davis
Chaenorhinum litorale sub. litorale

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaenorhinum litorale 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 litorale is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It is usually propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Chaenorhinum litorale

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

Chaenorhinum litorale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaenorhinum litorale?

Chaenorhinum litorale

What is the natural habitat of Chaenorhinum litorale?

Dry grasslands, stony slopes, and rocky outcrops

What is the flowering period of Chaenorhinum litorale?

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

Georges Rouy (1851-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rouy' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Johann Jakob Bernhardi (1774-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bernh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801427-1: 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].