Canada Toadflax
Linaria canadensis
- Native to:
- Argentina, Bolivia, Canada, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Mexican Pacific Is., Mexico, Peru, Prince Edward I., United States, Uruguay, Venezuela, Virgin Islands
iNaturalist: © jim_keesling (iNaturalist #269938644)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Plantaginaceae
- Genus:
- Linaria
- Species:
- Linaria canadensis
- USDA Symbol:
- NUCA
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual | Biennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 60 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep
- Bloom Colors:
- blue, violet
Wildlife Benefits
- Bees:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)
- Butterflies & Moths:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)
- Caterpillars:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Recorded caterpillar host plant (HOSTS Database)
Host Plant for Caterpillars
corn earworm (Helicoverpa zea), Lepipolys perscripta, Tobacco budworm (Heliothis virescens)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, butterflies
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- thrives in disturbed areas and open fields
Where to Buy
Nationwide Seller
- Prairie Moon Nursery (nursery and seeds)