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narrowleaf angelon

Scientific Name: Angelonia angustifolia

Family: Scrophulariaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Angelonia angustifolia: The Narrowleaf Angelon

The Angelonia angustifolia, commonly known as Narrowleaf Angelon, is a popular plant admired for its vibrant flowers and ease of care.

Considerations for Pets

  • The plant is sometimes grown outdoors and brought indoors.
  • The plant is described as an herb.

Considerations for Children

  • The plant is sometimes grown outdoors and brought indoors.
  • The plant is described as an herb.

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

  • Scientific Name: Angelonia angustifolia Benth.
  • Common Names: Narrowleaf Angelon, Summer Snapdragon, Angel Flower, Angel Mist, Willowleaf Angelon, Monkey Face.
  • Family: Scrophulariaceae
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonym: Angelonia goyazensis Benth.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to Mexico.
  • Can be grown outdoors during warmer months.
  • Requires light protection from wind or cold for young plants during winter.
  • Found in places like Lowes Garden Center in Kahului, Maui and the Chiba City Greenery Botanical Garden in Japan.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Life Span: Described as an annual.
  • Structure: Herbaceous. It is a non-woody plant.
  • Habit: Described as an upright-growing herb.
  • Flowers: Snapdragon-like spikes of white, purple, and pink flowers. Varieties include 'Angelface Alba/White', 'Angelface Blue Bicolor' (also known as Anstern), and Serena mixed variety. Flower colors include dark violet, purple, and white.
  • Leaves: Narrow leaves (angustifolia means narrow leaf).

Cultivation

  • Prefers moist, well-drained fertile soil.
  • Requires full sunlight to partial shade.
  • Can withstand mild drought conditions.
  • Hardiness Zones: 9-11.

Pests and Diseases

  • Susceptible to aphids and powdery mildew.

Quirky Facts

  • The name "Angelonia" is derived from a South American name for the plant, Angelon.
  • One fluid ounce contains approximately 28,400 seeds.

Further Information

  • Discover Life: Provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Angelonia angustifolia.
  • Plants of Hawaii: Images and information for Angelonia angustifolia by Forest and Kim Starr.