Status:
valid
Authors:
H.K.Choi, Ch.Kim & J.Jung
Source:
ipni
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
J. Pl. Biol. 51(5): 357 (fig. 2) (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331496
Common Names
- Hallasan Isoetes
- Isoetes hallasanensis
- Hallasan Isoetes
Description
Isoetes hallasanensis (also called Hallasan 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 South Korea, 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 hallasanensis is used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food source in salads.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Isoetes hallasanensis has yellow flowers with a white centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Isoetes hallasanensis is a terrestrial fern that can be propagated by spore. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be cultivated in a well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. It is best grown in a container or in a sheltered spot in the garden.
Where to Find Isoetes hallasanensis
Isoetes hallasanensis is found in South Korea, especially on Hallasan Island.
Isoetes hallasanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isoetes hallasanensis?
Isoetes hallasanensis
What is the common name of Isoetes hallasanensis?
Hallasan quillwort
What is the natural habitat of Isoetes hallasanensis?
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
Changkyun Kim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ch.Kim' in the authors string.
Jongduk Jung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Jung' in the authors string.