Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
ceciliae
ID:
1235554

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Nicholson

Source:
tro

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Ill. Dict. Gard. ii. 201 (1885).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001234892

Common Names

  • Isoloma ceciliae
  • Cecilia's Isoloma
  • Ceciliae Isoloma

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Description

Isoloma ceciliae (also called Cecilia's Isoloma, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Argentina. It grows up to 5 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Isoloma ceciliae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isoloma ceciliae has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers and small, round seed capsules. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoloma ceciliae is an easy to grow perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in spring or summer.

Where to Find Isoloma ceciliae

Isoloma ceciliae is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Hidalgo, Mexico, and Puebla.

Isoloma ceciliae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isoloma ceciliae?

Isoloma ceciliae

Where is Isoloma ceciliae native to?

South America

What type of soil does Isoloma ceciliae prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

Species in the Isoloma genus

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50081205: Based on the initial data import
George Nicholson (1847-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Nicholson' in the authors string.