Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Isoetales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
smithii
ID:
1240216

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.P.Fuchs in Reitz

Source:
tro

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ilustr. Catarin. ISOE: 17 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239554



Common Names

  • Isoetes
  • Smith's Quillwort
  • Isoetes Smithii


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Description

Isoetes smithii (also called Isoetes smithii, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with green foliage and white flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Isoetes smithii is used as an ornamental plant, for making furniture, and as a source of timber. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Isoetes smithii is yellow and has a single, tubular petal. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings have two opposite leaves, and a small root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoetes smithii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Isoetes smithii

Isoetes smithii can be found in wetland habitats in the southeastern United States.

Isoetes smithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isoetes smithii?

Isoetes smithii

What is the common name of Isoetes smithii?

Smith's Quillwort

What type of plant is Isoetes smithii?

It is a fern

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-50103125: Based on the initial data import
Hans Peter Fuchs (1928-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Fuchs' in the authors string.
Raulino Reitz (1919-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reitz' in the authors string.