Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
minus
ID:
599421

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Lange

Source:
cmp

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Hispan. 2: 577 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598753



Common Names

  • Chaenorhinum minus
  • Lesser Chaenorhinum
  • Lesser Campion


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Description

Chaenorhinum minus (also called Small 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 minus 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 minus sub. anatolicum P.H.Davis
Chaenorhinum minus sub. idaeum (Rech.f.) R.Fern.
Chaenorhinum minus sub. pseudorubrifolium Gamisans
Chaenorhinum minus sub. minus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaenorhinum minus has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaenorhinum minus 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 minus

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

Chaenorhinum minus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaenorhinum minus?

Chaenorhinum minus

What is the natural habitat of Chaenorhinum minus?

Dry grasslands, stony slopes, and rocky outcrops

What is the flowering period of Chaenorhinum minus?

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Johan Lange (1818-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lange' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801401-1: 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].