Yellow Toadflax

( Linaria vulgaris )

QUICK IDENTIFICATION

  • Narrow, pale green leaves pointed at both ends with smooth edges
  • Yellow flower with snapdragon-like flowers. May have an orange throat. Grows in dense clusters
  • Seeds in brown, round/oval fruits
  • Height 1 to 2 feet

Video Information

Weed Pictures

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Yellow Toadflax
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Weed Information

Type Information
Toxicity Suspected to be toxic to some animals if large quantities are ingested.
Control Biological, grazing and herbicide. Contact your county weed district or local applicator for more information.
Habitat Roadsides, disturbed and cultivated land, rangeland and gardens.
Root Taproot and creeping lateral roots
Leaf Shape Linear
Lifespan Perennial; two years or longer
Priority 2B Weed Abundant in Montana and widespread in many counties
Similar Looking Plants Dalmatian toadflax, golden banner (false lupine) and at early stages, leafy spurge.
Important Information Yellow taodflax is sold as an ornamental by nurseries and seed companies under the common name “butter-and-eggs.” Plant is hybridizing with Dalmatian toadflax.
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