Daisy-leaved toadflax (Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Sp. Pl. ed. 4. 3: 260 (1800))

Family: Plantaginaceae

Author: (L.) Willd.

Bibliography: Sp. Pl. ed. 4. 3: 260 (1800)

Year: 1800

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Anarrhinum

Vegetable: Unknown

Observations: SW. Europe to SC. Germany

Description

Daisy-leaved toadflax, scientifically known as Anarrhinum bellidifolium, belongs to the family Plantaginaceae. This captivating plant is primarily found in the southwestern regions of Europe, extending its reach into south-central Germany. First described and classified in the fourth edition of “Species Plantarum” (Volume 3, page 260) published in 1800, the plant’s taxonomy was later refined by the renowned botanist Carl Ludwig Willdenow, the abbreviated author of this plant’s scientific nomenclature.

Daisy-leaved toadflax is recognized for its delicate and charming floral appearance, which closely resembles the aesthetics of common daisies. It thrives in varied habitats across its geographical range, adapting well to the climatic conditions of these regions. Despite its unassuming presence, Anarrhinum bellidifolium plays a significant role in its ecosystem, providing food and habitat for various pollinators and contributing to the biodiversity of the areas it inhabits.

Understanding the role and characteristics of Anarrhinum bellidifolium enriches our appreciation for the intricate web of life within the Plantaginaceae family and highlights the importance of preserving such species to maintain ecological balance.

Common Names

Deu: gänseblümchen-lochschlund, lochschlund
Eng: daisy-leaved toadflax
En: Daisy-leaved Toadflax
Fi: Espanjankidakki
Fr: Muflier à feuilles de pâquerette, Anarrhinante, Anarrhinum à feuilles de pâquerette, Linaire à feuilles de pâquerette, Anarrhine à feuilles de pâquerette
De: Gänseblümchen-Lochschlund, Lochschlund, Gänseblümchenblättriger Lochschlund
It: Muffolaria azzurra
Pt: Sacamalo

Synonyms

• Antirrhinum bellidifolium (L.)
• Linaria bellidifolia ((L.) Dum.Cours.)
• Anarrhinum lusitanicum (Jord. & Fourr.)
• Anarrhinum anarrhinum ((L.) Druce)
• Simbuleta bellidifolia var. typica (Bég.)
• Anarrhinum bellidifolium var. lusitanicum ((Jord. & Fourr.) P.Fourn.)
• Simbuleta bellidifolia var. lanceolata ((Rouy) Merino)
• Anarrhinum bellidifolium var. lanceolatum (Rouy)
• Simbuleta bellidifolia var. lusitanica ((Jord. & Fourr.) Cout.)
• Simbuleta composita (Pau)
• Simbuleta bellidifolia var. genuina (Cout.)
• Dodartia linaria (Mill.)
• Simbuleta bellidifolia ((L.) Kuntze)
• Anarrhinum bellidifolium f. albiflorum (I.Nogueira & M.T.Almeida)
• Anarrhinum bellidifolium var. genuinum (Rouy)
• Anarrhinum violaceum (Dulac)
• Anarrhinum linnaeanum (Jord. & Fourr.)

Distribution

• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Spain (native)

Additional Images

Flower

Taken Jun 7, 2022 by Liesbeth Jongebloed (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 3, 2018 by JASD (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 3, 2019 by huy HO (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 30, 2020 by Sylvain Piry (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 27, 2018 by Renaud Brochiero (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Jul 14, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 14, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 30, 2020 by Sylvain Piry (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 21, 2022 by Velasco Isa (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 21, 2022 by Velasco Isa (cc-by-sa)

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© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Leaf

Taken Jul 14, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 11, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 15, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Jacques HOUDRÉ (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 21, 2022 by Velasco Isa (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 21, 2022 by Velasco Isa (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Jun 9, 2017 by geden (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 21, 2017 by Pedro Salgadinho (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 27, 2019 by Manuel Santos (cc-by-sa)

Taken Nov 24, 2022 by Kilhiann Bagur (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 3, 2019 by huy HO (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken May 31, 2020 by Germain Germain Vital (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 20, 2001 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 20, 2001 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 20, 2001 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 18, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Françoise CARLE (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken Feb 22, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Bernard Andrieu (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 15, 2008 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken May 12, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Mathieu Sinet (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 29, 2021 by Guaita Raquel (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/8114833)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:798885-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Anarrhinum bellidifolium (L.) Willd.)

Specifications

Growth