Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Isoetales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paratunica
ID:
1317711

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.F.Brunt., Mochalova & A.A.Bobrov

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Amer. Fern J. 105(2): 109, figs. 5-7 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330165



Common Names

  • Isoetes paratunica
  • Paratunica Isoetes
  • Paratunic Isoetes


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Description

Isoetes paratunica (also called paratunica quillwort, among many other common names) is a species of quillwort native to the United States. It is a perennial quillwort that grows in moist, shady areas such as forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Isoetes paratunica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Isoetes paratunica is a small, yellowish-green spike. The seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoetes paratunica can be propagated by spore or by division. Spores should be sown on a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Division should be done when the plant is dormant, and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Isoetes paratunica

Isoetes paratunica can be found in the western United States, primarily in California.

Isoetes paratunica FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Isoetes paratunica?

Isoetes paratunica is found in temperate grasslands in Europe.

What is the size of Isoetes paratunica?

Isoetes paratunica is a small fern, typically reaching a height of 10-20 cm.

What are the blooming times of Isoetes paratunica?

Isoetes paratunica typically blooms in the spring and summer months.

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

Aleksandr Andreevich Bobrov (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.A.Bobrov' in the authors string.
Daniel Francis Brunton (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.F.Brunt.' in the authors string.
Olga A. Mochalova (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mochalova' in the authors string.