Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Isoetales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
libanotica
ID:
1316608

Status:
valid

Authors:
Musselman, Bolin & R.D.Bray

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Novon 21(3): 295 (-298; fig. 1) (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329062



Common Names

  • Isoetes libanotica
  • Lebanese Isoetes
  • Lebanese Quillwort


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Description

Isoetes libanotica (also called Lebanese quillwort, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial aquatic plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has long, narrow, pointed leaves and small, white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in shallow, freshwater habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Isoetes libanotica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isoetes libanotica has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in a spike-like structure. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoetes libanotica can be propagated from spores, which should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. The spores should be lightly covered and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Isoetes libanotica is drought tolerant and prefers full sun.

Where to Find Isoetes libanotica

Isoetes libanotica can be found in Lebanon.

Isoetes libanotica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isoetes libanotica?

Isoetes libanotica

What is the common name of Isoetes libanotica?

Lebanese Quillwort

What is the natural habitat of Isoetes libanotica?

Tropical rainforests of Central 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

Lytton John Musselman (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Musselman' in the authors string.
Jay F. Bolin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolin' in the authors string.
Rebecca Deramus Bray (1939-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.D.Bray' in the authors string.