Linaria supina
Lesser Butter And Eggs, Prostrate Toadflax
Also known as: Antirrhinum supinum L. +2 more
- Antirrhinum supinum L.
- Linaria supina var. pyrenaica (DC.) Duby
- Linaria supina var. pyrenaica Lange
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Plantaginaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual or perennial.
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Linaria supina (commonly known as Lesser butter and eggs or Prostrate Toadflax) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Plantaginaceae family. Originating in Europe, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It belongs to the highly diverse genus Linaria, which contains over 200 distinct species. There are naturally occurring subspecies of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southeastern Europe, Southwestern Europe
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
France, Italy, Portugal, Spain
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Austria, Germany, Great Britain, New York, Sweden
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms