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Snapdragons (Antirrhinum)
Also known as : Dragon flowers
Snapdragons are a diverse, hardy group of flowering plants in the plantain family. These plants are so-named because their showy flowers are said to resemble the partially opened mouth of a dragon. Many snapdragons do well during cold seasons, making them popular ornamentals when it is too cold for most other plants to bloom.
Lifespan
Annual
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
Key Facts About Snapdragons
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Attributes of Snapdragons
Plant Height
80 cm
Spread
45 cm
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃
Scientific Classification of Snapdragons
Distribution of Snapdragons
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Distribution Map of Snapdragons
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Snapdragons
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Snapdragons typically thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring well-draining soil with moderate moisture levels and a preference for cooler temperatures. Common challenges include susceptibility to rust, powdery mildew, and pests like aphids. Seasonally, snapdragons benefits from protection against extreme cold in winter and may require additional watering during hot summers. In autumn, faded flowers should be deadheaded to promote further blooming.
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8 most common species：
Garden snapdragon
The garden snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) is a flowering perennial that is commonly cultivated as an annual or biennial ornamental plant. When the throats of its flowers are squeezed together, its lips snap open like a dragon's mouth; this is the origin of the common name. The garden snapdragon's speedy cultivation and ease of pollination made it a good target for research, so it has now become a model organism for plant genetics studies.
Roving sailor
Other names for roving sailor (Antirrhinum antirrhiniflorum) include twining snapdragon, climbing snapdragon, and snapdragon vine. This is a stunningly beautiful vine with brilliant violet blossoms. Although it might look a bit on the fragile side, this plant is very hardy. This species isn’t too fussy about soil type, as long as it’s well-drained.
Charidemi Snapdragon
Charidemi Snapdragon is a unique perennial known for its vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers that are often found in shades of deep pink and purple. This enduring bloom usually thrives in rocky, limestone-rich soils, indicative of its resilience and adaptability to harsh, Mediterranean-type environments. With a preference for full sun, charidemi Snapdragon's slender stems and narrow leaves accentuate the striking contrast of its blossom against the arid landscapes it often embellishes.
Spanish snapdragon
Spanish snapdragon is characterized by its vibrant pink to purple flowers, resembling small, closed dragon mouths, which bloom atop slender, upright stems. Adapted to dry, rocky habitats in its native Mediterranean regions, its silver-green foliage forms a low rosette that tolerates sun and drought. This perennial is hardy, often found cascading over stones and walls.
Sicilian snapdragon
Sicilian snapdragon is a captivating Mediterranean perennial, flourishing in sun-splashed rocky terrains. Its tubular blooms, in shades of yellow to deep orange, are perched atop slender stems, resembling miniature snapdragons. The flowers' upper lips are gracefully curved, serving as a visual beacon to pollinators, while the robust foliage below provides a verdant contrast to the often arid landscapes it calls home.
Garden snapdragon 'Night and Day'
The garden snapdragon 'Night and Day' is known for its black velvety flowers with contrasting white throats, and its attractive near-black foliage. It is a cultivar of the garden snapdragon. The name indicates the dark night and bright day, in black and white tones. Snapdragons thrill gardeners with their minimal maintenance requirements and showy, butterfly-attracting blooms.
Garden snapdragon 'Bells Pink'
The garden snapdragon 'Bells Pink' offers lovely pink blooms that last longer than traditional snapdragons. It is a cultivar of the snapdragon plant and part of the 7-color Bells Series. This cultivar is named for its lovely pink color. The flared pink flowers with white centers bloom in early summer. They look glorious in containers on a patio.
Garden snapdragon 'Admiral White'
The garden snapdragon 'Admiral White' is considered a large snapdragon cultivar, growing up four feet tall. It is a repeat bloomer. While its parentage is not known, its name, the 'Admiral White,' derives from its white blooms. The garden snapdragon 'Admiral White' is a good option for beginning gardeners looking for a cultivar for cut flowers.
All Species of Snapdragons
Garden snapdragon
Garden snapdragon
The garden snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) is a flowering perennial that is commonly cultivated as an annual or biennial ornamental plant. When the throats of its flowers are squeezed together, its lips snap open like a dragon's mouth; this is the origin of the common name. The garden snapdragon's speedy cultivation and ease of pollination made it a good target for research, so it has now become a model organism for plant genetics studies.
Roving sailor
Roving sailor
Other names for roving sailor (Antirrhinum antirrhiniflorum) include twining snapdragon, climbing snapdragon, and snapdragon vine. This is a stunningly beautiful vine with brilliant violet blossoms. Although it might look a bit on the fragile side, this plant is very hardy. This species isn’t too fussy about soil type, as long as it’s well-drained.
Charidemi Snapdragon
Charidemi Snapdragon
Charidemi Snapdragon is a unique perennial known for its vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers that are often found in shades of deep pink and purple. This enduring bloom usually thrives in rocky, limestone-rich soils, indicative of its resilience and adaptability to harsh, Mediterranean-type environments. With a preference for full sun, charidemi Snapdragon's slender stems and narrow leaves accentuate the striking contrast of its blossom against the arid landscapes it often embellishes.
Spanish snapdragon
Spanish snapdragon
Spanish snapdragon is characterized by its vibrant pink to purple flowers, resembling small, closed dragon mouths, which bloom atop slender, upright stems. Adapted to dry, rocky habitats in its native Mediterranean regions, its silver-green foliage forms a low rosette that tolerates sun and drought. This perennial is hardy, often found cascading over stones and walls.
Sicilian snapdragon
Sicilian snapdragon
Sicilian snapdragon is a captivating Mediterranean perennial, flourishing in sun-splashed rocky terrains. Its tubular blooms, in shades of yellow to deep orange, are perched atop slender stems, resembling miniature snapdragons. The flowers' upper lips are gracefully curved, serving as a visual beacon to pollinators, while the robust foliage below provides a verdant contrast to the often arid landscapes it calls home.
Garden snapdragon 'Night and Day'
Garden snapdragon 'Night and Day'
The garden snapdragon 'Night and Day' is known for its black velvety flowers with contrasting white throats, and its attractive near-black foliage. It is a cultivar of the garden snapdragon. The name indicates the dark night and bright day, in black and white tones. Snapdragons thrill gardeners with their minimal maintenance requirements and showy, butterfly-attracting blooms.
Garden snapdragon 'Bells Pink'
Garden snapdragon 'Bells Pink'
The garden snapdragon 'Bells Pink' offers lovely pink blooms that last longer than traditional snapdragons. It is a cultivar of the snapdragon plant and part of the 7-color Bells Series. This cultivar is named for its lovely pink color. The flared pink flowers with white centers bloom in early summer. They look glorious in containers on a patio.
Garden snapdragon 'Admiral White'
Garden snapdragon 'Admiral White'
The garden snapdragon 'Admiral White' is considered a large snapdragon cultivar, growing up four feet tall. It is a repeat bloomer. While its parentage is not known, its name, the 'Admiral White,' derives from its white blooms. The garden snapdragon 'Admiral White' is a good option for beginning gardeners looking for a cultivar for cut flowers.
Antirrhinum tortuosum
Antirrhinum tortuosum
Antirrhinum tortuosum is a captivating species known for its twisted, irregularly shaped stems, which give it a unique, sculptural appearance. Exuding a wild charm, its delicate, snapdragon-like flowers emerge in an array of vivid hues, attracting pollinators. Thriving in rocky habitats, antirrhinum tortuosum exhibits resilience, adapting to challenging conditions with its deep-rooted tenacity and drought tolerance.
Antirrhinum graniticum
Antirrhinum graniticum
Antirrhinum graniticum is a member of the snapdragon family with attractive yellowy-white flowers. This annual plant is a great garden addition since it has a long blooming period from early summer to late fall and its flowers attract bees and insects. This plant is also tolerant of heat and aridity.
Twining snapdragon
Twining snapdragon
This is a thin, sprawling annual herb which sometimes becomes vine-like, climbing nearby objects or other plants. The inflorescence consists of a solitary flower on a very long, strongly coiling pedicel up to 9 centimeters long.
Yellow twining snapdragon
Yellow twining snapdragon
Yellow twining snapdragon is a delicate, long-stalked perennial plant known for its slender stems and small, tubular snapdragon-like flowers. The blossoms, typically pale pink to violet, are set against fine, needle-like leaves, providing a fragile, airy appearance. Thriving in rocky or sandy habitats, yellow twining snapdragon adapts by spreading its roots in poor soils, showcasing nature's resilience.
Wiry snapdragon
Wiry snapdragon
Wiry snapdragon is characterized by its distinct Snapdragon-like flowers, with upper petals forming a helmet-like structure. This native wildflower typically thrives in Mediterranean climates, adapting to warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Its bright hues create a vivid display, attracting pollinators while the sturdy stalks and lance-shaped leaves demonstrate resilience to varied environmental conditions.
Spurred snapdragon
Spurred snapdragon
Spurred snapdragon is a captivating perennial with a unique snapdragon-like form, sporting tubular flowers that showcase a range of colors from crimson to soft pinks. Its pointed 'horns' lend it a whimsical silhouette, a distinctive adaptation that may aid pollination. Thriving in well-drained soils and sunny locations, this resilient charmer brings a touch of the wild to gardens and attracts a bustling array of beneficial pollinators.
Coulter's snapdragon
Coulter's snapdragon
Coulter's snapdragon is a striking perennial with tall spikes adorned by densely packed, tubular flowers, exhibiting hues ranging from creamy white to pale yellow. It thrives in dry, rocky habitats, where its deep root system efficiently exploits scarce moisture. The plant's sturdy stature and slender leaves are well-adapted to its arid environment, showcasing nature's resilience.
Golden desert-snapdragon
Golden desert-snapdragon
It is a hairy annual herb growing erect to a maximum height near 20 cm. The alternately arranged leaves are lance-shaped. Flowers occur in the leaf axils. The flower is yellow with scattered red speckles.
Sierra snapdragon
Sierra snapdragon
This is an annual or perennial herb producing a hairy, erect stem which often has a woody base. Small, pointed leaves are arranged alternately about the tall stem. The raceme inflorescence occupies the top of the stem with many pink or red snapdragon flowers between one and two centimeters long each.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
Distribution
How To Care
All Species
More Genus
Snapdragons
Antirrhinum
Also known as: Dragon flowers
Snapdragons are a diverse, hardy group of flowering plants in the plantain family. These plants are so-named because their showy flowers are said to resemble the partially opened mouth of a dragon. Many snapdragons do well during cold seasons, making them popular ornamentals when it is too cold for most other plants to bloom.
Lifespan
Annual
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
Key Facts About Snapdragons
Feedback
Attributes of Snapdragons
Plant Height
80 cm
Spread
45 cm
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃
Scientific Classification of Snapdragons
Distribution of Snapdragons
Feedback
Distribution Map of Snapdragons
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Snapdragons
Feedback
Snapdragons typically thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring well-draining soil with moderate moisture levels and a preference for cooler temperatures. Common challenges include susceptibility to rust, powdery mildew, and pests like aphids. Seasonally, snapdragons benefits from protection against extreme cold in winter and may require additional watering during hot summers. In autumn, faded flowers should be deadheaded to promote further blooming.
How to Water Snapdragons?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Snapdragons?
How to Propagate Snapdragons?
How to Plant Snapdragons?
Exploring the Snapdragons Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Garden snapdragon
The garden snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) is a flowering perennial that is commonly cultivated as an annual or biennial ornamental plant. When the throats of its flowers are squeezed together, its lips snap open like a dragon's mouth; this is the origin of the common name. The garden snapdragon's speedy cultivation and ease of pollination made it a good target for research, so it has now become a model organism for plant genetics studies.
Roving sailor
Other names for roving sailor (Antirrhinum antirrhiniflorum) include twining snapdragon, climbing snapdragon, and snapdragon vine. This is a stunningly beautiful vine with brilliant violet blossoms. Although it might look a bit on the fragile side, this plant is very hardy. This species isn’t too fussy about soil type, as long as it’s well-drained.
Charidemi Snapdragon
Charidemi Snapdragon is a unique perennial known for its vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers that are often found in shades of deep pink and purple. This enduring bloom usually thrives in rocky, limestone-rich soils, indicative of its resilience and adaptability to harsh, Mediterranean-type environments. With a preference for full sun, charidemi Snapdragon's slender stems and narrow leaves accentuate the striking contrast of its blossom against the arid landscapes it often embellishes.
Spanish snapdragon
Spanish snapdragon is characterized by its vibrant pink to purple flowers, resembling small, closed dragon mouths, which bloom atop slender, upright stems. Adapted to dry, rocky habitats in its native Mediterranean regions, its silver-green foliage forms a low rosette that tolerates sun and drought. This perennial is hardy, often found cascading over stones and walls.
Show More Species
All Species of Snapdragons
Garden snapdragon
Roving sailor
Charidemi Snapdragon
Spanish snapdragon
Sicilian snapdragon
Garden snapdragon 'Night and Day'
Garden snapdragon 'Bells Pink'
Garden snapdragon 'Admiral White'
Antirrhinum tortuosum
Antirrhinum graniticum
Twining snapdragon
Yellow twining snapdragon
Wiry snapdragon
Spurred snapdragon
Coulter's snapdragon
Golden desert-snapdragon
Sierra snapdragon
More Popular Genus
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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