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dwarf snapdragon

Scientific Name: Chaenorhinum minus

Family: Scrophulariaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) and Dwarf Snapdragon (Chaenorhinum minus)

Snapdragons, known for their dragon-like flower shape, are popular annual flowers available in various sizes and colors. This article covers both the common snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) and the Dwarf Snapdragon (Chaenorhinum minus).

Considerations for Pets and Children

  • Snapdragons, particularly dwarf varieties, are commonly found in gardens and containers.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Antirrhinum majus (Snapdragon), Chaenorhinum minus (Dwarf Snapdragon)
  • Common Names: Snapdragon, Dwarf Snapdragon, Dragon Flowers, Small Snapdragon, Lesser Toadflax
  • Family: Scrophulariaceae (Figwort family)

Distribution and Habitat

  • The common snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) is native to the Mediterranean.
  • Dwarf Snapdragon (Chaenorhinum minus) is described as a weedy invasive originating in Europe.

Ecological Role

  • Chaenorhinum minus (Dwarf Snapdragon) is noted as an invasive species found in waste areas.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Snapdragons exhibit a range of sizes: dwarf (6-15 inches or 10-20 cm), intermediate (30-60 cm), and tall (1.5-3 feet).
  • Dwarf snapdragons are often bushy and compact, making them suitable for bedding and containers.
  • Chaenorhinum minus (Dwarf Snapdragon) is a spring or summer annual, typically 3-10 inches tall, with ascending, much-branched stems.
  • Roots of the Antirrhinum majus are a slender taproot. Stems are small and narrow and covered in white hairs and they grow to about 30 cm.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Miniature snapdragons attract butterflies.

Quirky Facts

  • Snapdragon flowers are named for their resemblance to a dragon's face.
  • Snapdragon classifications are based on flower form or height.