Status:
valid
Authors:
Regel
Source:
ksu
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Izv. Imp. Obshch. Lyubit. Estestv. Moskovsk. Univ. 34(2): 60 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445667
Common Names
- Linaria kokanica
- Kokanica Linaria
- Linaria Kokanica
Description
Linaria kokanica (also called Kokan Toadflax, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Plantaginaceae. It is native to Europe and is found in dry habitats such as grasslands and rocky slopes. It has small, ovate leaves and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Linaria kokanica is a small herbaceous plant that can be used as a ground cover in gardens. Its fragrant flowers attract bees and other pollinators, and its foliage provides a nice contrast to other plants in the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Linaria kokanica are yellow and tubular in shape, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Linaria kokanica is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Linaria kokanica
Linaria kokanica can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Linaria kokanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Linaria kokanica?
Linaria kokanica
What is the common name of Linaria kokanica?
Kokanica Linaria
Where does Linaria kokanica grow?
Linaria kokanica is native to Europe
Species in the Linaria genus
Linaria joppensis,
Linaria jaxartica,
Linaria intricata,
Linaria badali,
Linaria khorasanensis,
Linaria kurdica,
Linaria kokanica,
Linaria incarnata,
Linaria alpina,
Linaria algarviana,
Linaria albifrons,
Linaria alaica,
Linaria imzica,
Linaria ikonnikovii,
Linaria incompleta,
Linaria iconia,
Linaria altaica,
Linaria bamianica,
Linaria caesia,
Linaria buriatica,
Linaria clementei,
Linaria capraria,
Linaria chalepensis,
Linaria cavanillesii,
Linaria bessarabica,
Linaria bipartita,
Linaria biebersteinii,
Linaria bipunctata,
Linaria bordiana,
Linaria brachyphylla,
Linaria bubanii,
Linaria amoi,
Linaria antilibanotica,
Linaria angustissima,
Linaria amethystea,
Linaria arenicola,
Linaria atlantica,
Linaria arvensis,
Linaria armeniaca,
Linaria arenaria,
Linaria arcusangeli,
Linaria aeruginea,
Linaria acutiloba,
Linaria badachschanica,
Linaria confertiflora,
Linaria weilleri,
Linaria warionis,
Linaria zaborskiana,
Linaria zaissanica,
Linaria vulgaris,
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:804706-1: 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].