Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
majus
ID:
540033

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 617 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539365

Common Names

  • Great Snapdragon
  • Great Antirrhinum
  • Great Snapdragon

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Description

Antirrhinum majus (also called Snapdragon, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white, pink, or purple flowers. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Antirrhinum majus is a species of flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Antirrhinum majus sub. linkianum (Boiss. & Reut.) Rothm.
Antirrhinum majus sub. litigiosum (Pau) Rothm.
Antirrhinum majus sub. tortuosum (Bosc ex Vent.) Rouy
Antirrhinum majus sub. majus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antirrhinum majus is a bright pink color with a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antirrhinum majus is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and lightly covered. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Antirrhinum majus

Antirrhinum majus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Antirrhinum majus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antirrhinum majus?

Antirrhinum majus

What is the common name of Antirrhinum majus?

Great Snapdragon

What is the natural habitat of Antirrhinum majus?

It is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa

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:799180-1: 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].