Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
bondwaensis
ID:
744762

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.Darbysh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 64: 414 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744095



Common Names

  • Isoglossa bondwaensis
  • Bondwa Isoglossa
  • Bondwa Impatiens


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Description

Isoglossa bondwaensis (also called Bondwa Isoglossa, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to Tanzania. It has a short stem and grows up to 20 cm tall. Its leaves are linear-lanceolate and its flowers are white with a yellow center. It is found in dry, rocky areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Isoglossa bondwaensis is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Isoglossa bondwaensis is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoglossa bondwaensis can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Isoglossa bondwaensis

Isoglossa bondwaensis is native to Tanzania. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in wildflowers.

Isoglossa bondwaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isoglossa bondwaensis?

Isoglossa bondwaensis

What type of plant is Isoglossa bondwaensis?

Isoglossa bondwaensis is a shrub.

Where is Isoglossa bondwaensis native to?

Isoglossa bondwaensis is native to East Africa.

Species in the Isoglossa genus

Isoglossa asystasioides, Isoglossa anisophylla, Isoglossa bracteosa, Isoglossa candelabrum, Isoglossa cataractarum, Isoglossa clemensiorum, Isoglossa collina, Isoglossa congesta, Isoglossa cyclophylla, Isoglossa dichotoma, Isoglossa eliasbandae, Isoglossa eranthemoides, Isoglossa eylesii, Isoglossa floribunda, Isoglossa geoffrayi, Isoglossa glandulifera, Isoglossa grandiflora, Isoglossa humbertii, Isoglossa inermis, Isoglossa ixodes, Isoglossa lactea, Isoglossa laxa, Isoglossa laxiflora, Isoglossa mbalensis, Isoglossa membranacea, Isoglossa milanjiensis, Isoglossa mossambicensis, Isoglossa nervosa, Isoglossa oreacanthoides, Isoglossa parvifolia, Isoglossa pawekiae, Isoglossa punctata, Isoglossa rubescens, Isoglossa rutenbergisma, Isoglossa somalensis, Isoglossa strigosula, Isoglossa subcordata, Isoglossa substrobilina, Isoglossa ufipensis, Isoglossa vulcanicola, Isoglossa bondwaensis, Isoglossa bruceae, Isoglossa faulknerae, Isoglossa multinervis, Isoglossa paucinervis, Isoglossa variegata, Isoglossa ventricosa, Isoglossa namuliensis, Isoglossa origanoides, Isoglossa glabra,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Iain Darbyshire: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Darbysh.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.