Pale toadflax - Linaria repens (Care, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Pale toadflax

Also known as: Creeping toadflax

Introduced to the U.S. from western Europe, pale toadflax (Linaria repens) will grow in dry, poor soil, wasteland, and even in the cracks of stone walls. It is so named because the flowers are thought to look like a toad’s mouth.

Scientific classification

Species

Pale toadflax (Linaria repens)

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80 cm

Plant Height

35 cm

Spread

0.5 mm to 1 mm

Flower Size

White, Purple

Flower Color

Evergreen

Leaf type

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Pale toadflax

Distribution of Pale toadflax

Distribution Map

The plant pale toadflax is native to Southern and Western Europe and has been introduced to Northern and Eastern Europe as well as to Oceania. Thriving in its native Mediterannean basin, pale toadflax has adapted to a range of temperate climates. Its cultivation status is established, with the species grown in various non-native regions.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Coastal

Care Guide for Pale toadflax

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Pale toadflax originates from temperate regions, flourishing in moderate moisture and tolerating brief dry spells. It prefers consistent weekly watering and adapts well to varying soil moisture, making it resilient during unpredictable rainfall patterns in the growing season.

Fertilize: For pale toadflax, use balanced nutrition fertilizers with high-nitrogen options during growth spurts. Apply quarterly, reducing in winter. Proper dosing prevents root burn, while seasonal adjustments support growth. Wear gloves for safety and dilute fertilizers for optimal nutrient absorption.

Pruning: Pale toadflax features delicate, snapdragon-like flowers and lanceolate leaves. Prune in early to late spring to foster healthy growth, remove damaged stems, and thin overcrowded areas for improved air circulation, disease prevention, and enhanced flowering. Timely pruning boosts overall shape and vigor.

Propagation: Pale toadflax propagates effectively through sowing. Use well-draining substrate and practice surface sowing for optimal light exposure. Thinning seedlings is crucial to prevent overcrowding, and gradual acclimatization is essential for young plants transitioning outdoors to avoid shock.

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