Isoetes precocia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Isoetales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
precocia
ID:
1274327
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.L.Small & Hickey
Source:
tro
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Amer. Fern J. 91(2): 61 (-62; figs. 12-13, (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273665
Common Names
- Isoetes Precocia
- Precocia Isoetes
- Precocia
Searching for Isoetes precocia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Isoetes precocia (also called Precoce Isoetes, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant in the Isoetaceae family. It is native to Central and South America and grows in shallow, freshwater habitats. It is an evergreen plant that grows up to 1 meter tall and has small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Isoetes precocia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Isoetes precocia is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small, green, and oval-shaped.
Searching for Isoetes precocia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Isoetes precocia is a fern that can be propagated from spores. Collect the spores from the underside of the fronds and sow them on a moist, sterile medium. Keep the medium moist and the spores should germinate in a few weeks. It can also be propagated from division, though this is more difficult and less successful.
Where to Find Isoetes precocia
Isoetes precocia can be found in South Africa, growing in rocky places.
Isoetes precocia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isoetes precocia?
Isoetes precocia
What is the common name of Isoetes precocia?
Early quillwort
Where is Isoetes precocia found?
It is native to India
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50265924: Based on the initial data import
Ralph James Hickey (1950-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hickey' in the authors string.
Randall L. Small: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.L.Small' in the authors string.