Snapdragon Family Height: 12" - 32" August 12, 2005 This is a common European escape that can be found in many parts of the U.S. It gets its interesting name from the light yellow and orange flowers which must have reminded people of butter and the yolks of eggs! The species name, vulgaris, simply means common, it is not a "vulgar" plant! Perennial Where seen: Max Patch, NC, widespread
This was taken along I-75; it is possible to identify flowers at 70 mph!
