Status:
valid
Authors:
Czern. ex Klokov
Source:
cmp
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. S.S.S.R. 34: 69 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447084
Common Names
- Sandy Toadflax
- Linaria sabulosa
- Sandy Snapdragon
Description
Linaria sabulosa (also called Sandy Toadflax, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous flowering plant. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and it typically grows in sunny, dry and sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Linaria sabulosa is a species of flowering plant in the plantain family. It has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flowers of Linaria sabulosa are usually yellow, with a white center. They have five petals and are about 1 cm in diameter. Seed: The seeds of Linaria sabulosa are small, dark brown and oval shaped. Seedlings: The seedlings of Linaria sabulosa are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Linaria sabulosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer and should be lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Linaria sabulosa
Linaria sabulosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sandy areas. It is also found in parts of the Middle East and North Africa.
Linaria sabulosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Linaria sabulosa?
Linaria sabulosa
What is the common name of Linaria sabulosa?
Sandy Toadflax
Where does Linaria sabulosa grow?
Linaria sabulosa grows in rocky areas of the Mediterranean region
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:804923-1: 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].