(Linaria vulgaris)

Toadflax (Linaria vulgaris) is similar in appearance to flax. It has narrow smooth edged leaves which grow spiral fashion up its stem. They can reach a height of between 9 to 30 inches (23 to 76 cm).

It its yellow flowers are striking, flowering from July through to October, they almost appear as if they have gaping mouths with  a long slender spur pointing downwards towards the ground and are similar to snapdragons. The centre of the flowers are a deeper yellow / orange. It is these hues which give it its other well known name of “Butter and Eggs.” They are often seen in Meadows, hedgerows, waste ground and of course on Bradgers Hill. They are common in the south of the UK.

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You can see a photograph of Toadflax taken on Bradgers Hill to the left!