Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Isoetales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laosiensis
ID:
1316578

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Kim & H.K.Choi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Amer. Fern J. 100(1): 48 (45-53; figs. 1-2) (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329032



Common Names

  • Isoetes laosiensis
  • Laos Isoetes
  • Laos Quillwort


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Description

Isoetes laosiensis (also called Lao Quillwort, among many other common names) is a small aquatic plant with a short stem and a rosette of leaves at the base. It is native to Laos and is found in shallow water bodies such as ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams. It is a perennial plant and is adapted to survive in both wet and dry conditions.

Uses & Benefits

Isoetes laosiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Isoetes laosiensis has small, white flowers. Seed: The seeds are small and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoetes laosiensis is a species of quillwort that is native to Laos. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in moist, shady habitats. It can be propagated by division or by spores. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plants should be kept in a shaded area and watered regularly.

Where to Find Isoetes laosiensis

Isoetes laosiensis can be found in Laos.

Isoetes laosiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isoetes laosiensis?

Isoetes laosiensis

What is the common name of Isoetes laosiensis?

Laosiensis Snakeroot

What is the natural habitat of Isoetes laosiensis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Mexico, Central America, and South America

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 'C.Kim' in the authors string.
Hong-Keun Choi (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.K.Choi' in the authors string.