Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1198 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539433
Common Names
- Soft Snapdragon
- Soft Antirrhinum
- Soft Dragon Flower
Description
Antirrhinum molle (also called Snapdragon, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, white or pink flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open woodlands, scrublands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Antirrhinum molle is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Antirrhinum molle sub. lopesianum (Rothm.) P.Silva
Antirrhinum molle sub. molle
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Antirrhinum molle is a white color with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Antirrhinum molle is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in autumn. It is best to sow the seeds in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants can also be propagated by cuttings in summer.
Where to Find Antirrhinum molle
Antirrhinum molle is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Antirrhinum molle FAQ
What is the scientific name of Antirrhinum molle?
Antirrhinum molle
What is the common name of Antirrhinum molle?
Soft Snapdragon
What is the natural habitat of Antirrhinum molle?
Dry grasslands and rocky hillsides
Species in the Antirrhinum genus
Antirrhinum australe,
Antirrhinum braun-blanquetii,
Antirrhinum charidemi,
Antirrhinum chavannesii,
Antirrhinum controversum,
Antirrhinum graniticum,
Antirrhinum grosii,
Antirrhinum hispanicum,
Antirrhinum kretschmeri,
Antirrhinum latifolium,
Antirrhinum majus,
Antirrhinum martenii,
Antirrhinum meonanthum,
Antirrhinum microphyllum,
Antirrhinum molle,
Antirrhinum montserratii,
Antirrhinum pertegasii,
Antirrhinum pulverulentum,
Antirrhinum sempervirens,
Antirrhinum siculum,
Antirrhinum tortuosum,
Antirrhinum valentinum,
Antirrhinum rothmaleri,
Antirrhinum bilbilitanum,
Antirrhinum ferrandopardoi,
Antirrhinum cirrhigerum,
Antirrhinum inexpectans,
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:799196-1: 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].