Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Isoetales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
creussensis
ID:
1319251

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lazare & S.Riba

Source:
ipni

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Soc. Bot. France 50: 21 (-24; figs.) (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331705



Common Names

  • Isoetes creussensis
  • Creussensis Isoetes
  • Isoetes creussensi


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Description

Isoetes creussensis (also called quillwort, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic plant with a short stem and a cluster of thin, grass-like leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in shallow, freshwater habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Isoetes creussensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isoetes creussensis has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoetes creussensis is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by division or seeds. Division should be done in early spring or late autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Isoetes creussensis

Isoetes creussensis is native to Spain and can be found in the northern and western parts of the country.

Isoetes creussensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isoetes creussensis?

Isoetes creussensis

What is the common name of Isoetes creussensis?

Creuss' Quillwort

Where is Isoetes creussensis found?

It is found in the Alps

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

Jean-Jacques Lazare: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lazare' in the authors string.
Sergi Riba: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Riba' in the authors string.