Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
supina
ID:
447563

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Chaz.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1790

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Dict. Jard. 2: 39 (1790)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000446895



Common Names

  • Upright Toadflax
  • Upright Snapdragon
  • Upright Linaria


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Description

Linaria supina (also called Prostrate Toadflax, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant of the genus Linaria in the family Plantaginaceae. It has a simple stem, with a height of up to 30 cm, and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Linaria supina is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and borders. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies. It is also used in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Linaria supina sub. duriaeana D.A.Sutton
Linaria supina sub. supina

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Linaria supina is a small, yellow-orange, two-lipped flower with a spur. The seed is a small, black, tear-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a few hairs on the stem and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linaria supina is a fast-growing annual plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It requires full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and should be kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and should be planted in moist soil.

Where to Find Linaria supina

Linaria supina is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Linaria supina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Linaria supina?

Linaria supina

What is the common name of Linaria supina?

Prostrate toadflax

What is the growth habit of Linaria supina?

It is a low-growing, spreading perennial

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Laurent de Chazelles (1724-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chaz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:804985-1: 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].