Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
corsicum
ID:
534053

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jord. & Fourr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Brev. Pl. Nov. 1: 41 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533385

Common Names

  • Anarrhinum corsicum
  • Corsican Anarrhinum
  • Corsicum Anarrhinum

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Description

Anarrhinum corsicum (also called Corsican Snapdragon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the plantain family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, rocky slopes, and coastal areas. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Anarrhinum corsicum is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and inflammation. It is also used as a food preservative and as a flavoring agent in food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anarrhinum corsicum is white or pink, with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anarrhinum corsicum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plant should be kept in a sunny spot and watered regularly.

Where to Find Anarrhinum corsicum

Anarrhinum corsicum is native to the Mediterranean region.

Anarrhinum corsicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anarrhinum corsicum?

Anarrhinum corsicum

What is the common name of Anarrhinum corsicum?

N/A

Where is Anarrhinum corsicum found?

Europe

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

Claude Thomas Alexis Jordan (1814-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jord.' in the authors string.
Jules Pierre Fourreau (1844-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fourr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:798888-1: 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].