Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Isoetales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
harveyi
ID:
1233950

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.A.Eaton

Source:
tro

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Fernwort Pap. 11 (1900).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001233288





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Description

Isoetes harveyi (also called Harvey's Quillwort, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant native to India. It is a small, aquatic plant with leaves that are linear-lanceolate and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is found in shallow, still waters, usually in marshes and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Isoetes harveyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Isoetes harveyi is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with a short pedicel. The seed is a small, black, globose capsule. The seedlings are small and have a long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoetes harveyi is a tropical plant that is easily propagated from spores or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun, but may require more frequent watering. It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Isoetes harveyi

Isoetes harveyi is native to North America and is found in moist, shady places in lowland forests.

Isoetes harveyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isoetes harveyi?

Isoetes harveyi

What is the common name of Isoetes harveyi?

Harvey's Quillwort

What type of plant is Isoetes harveyi?

Fern

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

IPNI record: 1143536-2: Originally associated with wfo-0001418650
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50074828: Based on the initial data import
Alvah Augustus Eaton (1865-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.A.Eaton' in the authors string.