Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
733222

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rendle

Source:
ksu

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 34: 411 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732555



Common Names

  • Parvifolia Isoglossa
  • Isoglossa Parvifolia
  • Isoglossa Parvifolium


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Description

Isoglossa parvifolia (also called Small-Leaved Isoglossa, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and a single flowering stem. It is native to the Eastern Cape province of South Africa and is found in rocky grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Isoglossa parvifolia has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its beautiful flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isoglossa parvifolia has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoglossa parvifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn, or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Isoglossa parvifolia

Isoglossa parvifolia is native to Southeast Asia.

Isoglossa parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isoglossa parvifolia?

Isoglossa parvifolia

What is the common name of Isoglossa parvifolia?

Small-leaved Mint

Where is Isoglossa parvifolia native to?

Central America

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,

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