Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Isoetales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eludens
ID:
1319104

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.P.Roux, Hopper & Rhian J.Sm.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 64(1): 124 (123-128; figs. 1- (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331558



Common Names

  • Elud's Quillwort
  • Elud's Isoetes
  • Elud's Quillwort


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Description

Isoetes eludens (also called Quillwort, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic plant with a short stem and long, narrow leaves that grows in shallow water. It is native to North America, where it is found in shallow ponds, lakes, and streams. It prefers still or slow-moving water and is often found in areas with a lot of aquatic vegetation.

Uses & Benefits

Isoetes eludens is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Isoetes eludens is a small, yellow daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoetes eludens is a small, aquatic fern native to North America. It can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, acidic soils and partial shade. It is hardy to -20°C (-4°F) and can tolerate temperatures up to 35°C (95°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Isoetes eludens

Isoetes eludens can be found in the western United States.

Isoetes eludens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isoetes eludens?

Isoetes eludens

What is the common name of Isoetes eludens?

Quillwort

What is the natural habitat of Isoetes eludens?

Temperate wetlands and shallow water

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

Jacobus Petrus Roux (1954-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.P.Roux' in the authors string.
Stephen Hopper (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hopper' in the authors string.
Rhian J. Smith (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rhian J.Sm.' in the authors string.