Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Isoetales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuissima
ID:
1327942

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boreau

Source:
ipni

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Industr. Angers 21: 269 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340396



Common Names

  • Isoetes
  • Tenuissima
  • Isoetes Tenuissima


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Description

Isoetes tenuissima (also called Slender Quillwort, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to North America. It has long, narrow leaves and produces clusters of small, yellow, star-shaped flowers. It grows in shallow, still waters and is found in ponds and lakes.

Uses & Benefits

Isoetes tenuissima is an ornamental plant that is used in aquariums and terrariums. It has a unique leaf shape and coloration that makes it a popular choice for aquascaping. It can also be used as a natural air purifier, as it absorbs toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isoetes tenuissima has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isoetes tenuissima is a fern native to Mexico. It can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be planted in the spring and will bloom in the summer.

Where to Find Isoetes tenuissima

Isoetes tenuissima can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Isoetes tenuissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isoetes tenuissima?

Isoetes tenuissima

What are the common names of Isoetes tenuissima?

Slender Quillwort

What is the natural habitat of Isoetes tenuissima?

Isoetes tenuissima is found in shallow, freshwater marshes and ponds in the southeastern United States

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

Alexandre Boreau (1803-1875): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boreau' in the authors string.