Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Isoetales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abyssinica
ID:
1316996

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiov.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Atti Soc. Naturalisti Mat. Modena 64: 45, fig. 1 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329450



Common Names

  • Abyssinica Quillwort
  • Isoetes abyssinica
  • Isoetes abyssinica Quillwort


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Description

Isoetes abyssinica (also called Abyssinian quillwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Isoetaceae. It is a small herbaceous perennial with linear leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is native to Africa, where it is found growing in moist meadows and grasslands at elevations of 2,000–4,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Isoetes abyssinica is an ornamental plant, often used in water gardens and ponds. It is also used for erosion control and as a living mulch.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isoetes abyssinica has small, yellow flowers. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoetes abyssinica is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is best done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a moist soil mix and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F (21-24°C). Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Isoetes abyssinica

Isoetes abyssinica is native to Ethiopia.

Isoetes abyssinica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isoetes abyssinica?

Isoetes abyssinica

What is the natural habitat of Isoetes abyssinica?

It is found in moist forests, along streams, and on wet rocks in Ethiopia.

What type of plant is Isoetes abyssinica?

Isoetes abyssinica is a quillwort.

Species in the Isoetes genus

Isoetes texana, Isoetes alpina, Isoetes labri-draconis, Isoetes echinospora, Isoetes malinverniana, Isoetes taiwanensis, Isoetes bolanderi, Isoetes butleri, Isoetes eatonii, Isoetes engelmannii, Isoetes flaccida, Isoetes foveolata, Isoetes howellii, Isoetes lacustris, Isoetes lithophila, Isoetes macrospora, Isoetes melanopoda, Isoetes melanospora, Isoetes nuttallii, Isoetes orcuttii, Isoetes piedmontana, Isoetes riparia, Isoetes tegetiformans, Isoetes tuckermanii, Isoetes occidentalis, Isoetes maritima, Isoetes asiatica, Isoetes minima, Isoetes chapmanii, Isoetes valida, Isoetes aequinoctialis, Isoetes perrieriana, Isoetes giessii, Isoetes schweinfurthii, Isoetes alstonii, Isoetes stellenbossiensis, Isoetes transvaalensis, Isoetes welwitschii, Isoetes wormaldii, Isoetes acadiensis, Isoetes setacea, Isoetes truncata, Isoetes dodgei, Isoetes dodgei, Isoetes savatieri, Isoetes biafrana, Isoetes eatonii, Isoetes pringlei, Isoetes cubana, Isoetes panamensis,

Species in the Isoetaceae family

Isoetes texana, Isoetes alpina, Isoetes labri-draconis, Isoetes echinospora, Isoetes malinverniana, Isoetes taiwanensis, Isoetes bolanderi, Isoetes butleri, Isoetes eatonii, Isoetes engelmannii, Isoetes flaccida, Isoetes foveolata, Isoetes howellii, Isoetes lacustris, Isoetes lithophila, Isoetes macrospora, Isoetes melanopoda, Isoetes melanospora, Isoetes nuttallii, Isoetes orcuttii, Isoetes piedmontana, Isoetes riparia, Isoetes tegetiformans, Isoetes tuckermanii, Isoetes occidentalis, Isoetes maritima, Isoetes asiatica, Isoetes minima, Isoetes chapmanii, Isoetes valida, Isoetes aequinoctialis, Isoetes perrieriana, Isoetes giessii, Isoetes schweinfurthii, Isoetes alstonii, Isoetes stellenbossiensis, Isoetes transvaalensis, Isoetes welwitschii, Isoetes wormaldii, Isoetes acadiensis, Isoetes setacea, Isoetes truncata, Isoetes dodgei, Isoetes dodgei, Isoetes savatieri, Isoetes biafrana, Isoetes eatonii, Isoetes pringlei, Isoetes cubana, Isoetes panamensis,

References

Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.