©2001-06 Photo by Ken Gilliland

Maurandya antirrhinaflora antirrhinaflora

Violet Twining Snapdragon
 
Form: Vine Growth habit: Spreading and/or climbing
Size: 6' - 10' spreading Deciduous: Drought deciduous
Flowering Season: Spring Growth Rate: Fast
Flower Color: Violet Hardiness: to 15 degrees F
Exposure: Full sun Cultural Uses:  
Soil Moisture: Regular water
Soil Type: Sandy or rocky CNPS Status: RED "2"  3-1-1
CNPS listed as "Threatened"
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Distribution: Eastern Desert Mountains, Eastern San Bernandino Mountains, Providence Mountains Habitat: Desert Flats, washes below 8,000'
 
Wildlife Value: Hummingbirds, bees and butterflies collect nectar from the flowers. Thick growth offers cover.
 

Description:

Rare! Stunning vine for sunny lattice or trellis. Takes sun, garden water, and cold temperatures. Flowers are crowd pleasing and can reach up to 1" big. Perfect for hummingbird gardens or privacy.