Antistrophe curtisii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curtisii
ID:
540337
Status:
valid
Authors:
King & Gamble
Source:
cmp
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 74: 155 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539669
Common Names
- Antistrophe curtisii
- Curtis's Antistrophe
- Curtis's Snapdragon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Antistrophe curtisii (also called Curtis' Snapdragon, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has hairy stems and leaves, and produces white, pink, or purple flowers. It typically grows in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Antistrophe curtisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Antistrophe curtisii is a small, white or pinkish-white, five-lobed corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Antistrophe curtisii is an annual plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds in spring or early summer, and thin the seedlings to the desired spacing when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Antistrophe curtisii
Antistrophe curtisii is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Antistrophe curtisii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Antistrophe curtisii?
Antistrophe curtisii
What is the common name of Antistrophe curtisii?
Curtis' antistrophe
What is the natural habitat of Antistrophe curtisii?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
Species in the Antistrophe genus
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2643023: Based on the initial data import
James Sykes Gamble (1847-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gamble' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.