Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
molle
ID:
540101

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

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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.

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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 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.
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].