Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
siculum
ID:
540251

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1768

Citation Micro:
Gard. Dict., ed. 8. : n.° 6 (1768)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539583

Common Names

  • Antirrhinum siculum
  • Sicilian Snapdragon
  • Dragon Flower

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Synonyms

  • Antirrhinum majus siculum (Mill.) Maire [unknown]

Description

Antirrhinum siculum (also called 'Sicilian Snapdragon', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white to pink flowers. It typically grows in rocky, dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Antirrhinum siculum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright, orange flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antirrhinum siculum is a pale purple, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antirrhinum siculum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in late winter or early spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide plenty of light. Plants should be spaced about 12 inches apart.

Where to Find Antirrhinum siculum

Antirrhinum siculum is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Antirrhinum siculum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antirrhinum siculum?

Antirrhinum siculum

What are the common names of Antirrhinum siculum?

Common names of Antirrhinum siculum include Sicilian Snapdragon and Sicilian Toadflax

What is the growth habit of Antirrhinum siculum?

Antirrhinum siculum is an annual or biennial plant with a spreading growth habit

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

Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:799292-1: 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].