Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Isoetales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hawaiiensis
ID:
1316033

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.C.Taylor & W.H.Wagner

Source:
ipni

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Amer. Fern J. 83(2): 67 (1993) (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001328487



Common Names

  • Isoetes hawaiiensis
  • Quillwort
  • Spikewort


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Description

Isoetes hawaiiensis (also called Hawaiian Quillwort, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic plant with thin, grass-like leaves and a short stem. It is native to Hawaii and is found in shallow, freshwater habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Isoetes hawaiiensis is used in ornamental gardening, as a ground cover, and as a filler in flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isoetes hawaiiensis has small yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoetes hawaiiensis is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate from spores. Sow the spores in early spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The plant will reach a height of up to 2 feet and will produce small green flowers in the summer. Deadhead the flowers to encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Isoetes hawaiiensis

Isoetes hawaiiensis is native to Hawaii and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Isoetes hawaiiensis FAQ

What are the light requirements for Isoetes hawaiiensis?

Isoetes hawaiiensis prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil is best for Isoetes hawaiiensis?

Isoetes hawaiiensis prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic potting mix.

How often should Isoetes hawaiiensis be watered?

Isoetes hawaiiensis should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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

Warren H. Wagner (1920-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.H.Wagner' in the authors string.
W.Carl Taylor (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Taylor' in the authors string.