Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
glareosum
ID:
599399

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Willk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Ill. Fl. Hispan. 2(12): 29 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598731

Common Names

  • Chaenorhinum glareosum
  • Glareous Chaenorhinum
  • Glareous Campion

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Description

Chaenorhinum glareosum (also called Glareous Snapdragon, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has linear leaves and white to pink flowers. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chaenorhinum glareosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaenorhinum glareosum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaenorhinum glareosum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated from cuttings in late summer or early fall. It is best to water the plant regularly, but not too much, as it is susceptible to root rot.

Where to Find Chaenorhinum glareosum

Chaenorhinum glareosum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, dry meadows, and open woodlands.

Chaenorhinum glareosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaenorhinum glareosum?

Chaenorhinum glareosum

What is the natural habitat of Chaenorhinum glareosum?

Dry grasslands, stony slopes, and rocky outcrops

What is the flowering period of Chaenorhinum glareosum?

April to June

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Moritz Willkomm (1821-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willk.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77221698-1: 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].