Linaria — 2 species
Botanical species in the genus Linaria recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Medicinal
Linaria canadensis
Linaria canadensis
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Cultivation
A very drought resistant plant once established, it thrives in a poor gravelly soil. Nitrogen-rich soils produce excessive leaf growth at the expense of flowering. Prefers a sunny position.
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EdibleMedicinal
Linaria vulgaris
Linaria vulgaris
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in a moderately good well-drained soil. Grows best in a neutral to alkaline soil. It prefers a sunny position but also succeeds in semi-shade.
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