Status:
valid
Authors:
Mora-Olivo, A.Mend. & Mart.-Aval.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 267(2): 115 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346120
Description
Isoetes tamaulipana (also called Tamaulipan Quillwort, among many other common names) is a small aquatic plant that is native to Mexico. It grows in shallow water bodies and other wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Isoetes tamaulipana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and cold.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Isoetes tamaulipana are white, with 5 petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Isoetes tamaulipana is a terrestrial orchid native to Mexico. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich, acidic potting mix. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Propagation is done through division of the pseudobulbs in the spring.
Where to Find Isoetes tamaulipana
Isoetes tamaulipana is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Isoetes tamaulipana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isoetes tamaulipana?
Isoetes tamaulipana
What are the common names of Isoetes tamaulipana?
N/A
What is the natural habitat of Isoetes tamaulipana?
Tropical rainforest
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
Aniceto Mendoza: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Mend.' in the authors string.