Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
effusus
ID:
218519

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maxim.) H.Hara

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Enum. Spermatophytarum Japon. 1: 204 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217848



Common Names

  • Isodon effusus
  • Effusus Isodon
  • Spreading Isodon


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Synonyms

  • Plectranthus effusus (Maxim.) Honda [unknown]
  • Plectranthus longitubus effusa Maxim. [unknown]
  • Rabdosia effusa (Maxim.) H.Hara [unknown]
  • Rabdosia effusa leucantha (Honda) H.Hara [unknown]
  • Amethystanthus effusus (Honda) Honda [unknown]
  • Amethystanthus effusus leucanthus Honda [unknown]

Description

Isodon effusus (also called Spreading Isodon, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas and southwestern China. It grows in moist, shady habitats in the understory of montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Isodon effusus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers are small, white or pinkish, and borne in dense spikes. Seed: The seeds are small, black and glossy. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isodon effusus is a perennial herb, native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed. It is not particularly drought tolerant and may require supplemental irrigation during dry periods.

Where to Find Isodon effusus

Isodon effusus is found in China.

Isodon effusus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isodon effusus?

Isodon effusus

What is the common name of Isodon effusus?

Spreading Isodon

What is the natural habitat of Isodon effusus?

Isodon effusus is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan

Species in the Isodon genus

Isodon adenanthus, Isodon adenolomus, Isodon albopilosus, Isodon amethystoides, Isodon angustifolius, Isodon arakii, Isodon assamicus, Isodon atroruber, Isodon barbeyanus, Isodon brevicalcaratus, Isodon brevifolius, Isodon bulleyanus, Isodon calcicola, Isodon capillipes, Isodon coetsa, Isodon dawoensis, Isodon dhankutanus, Isodon effusus, Isodon enanderianus, Isodon eriocalyx, Isodon excisoides, Isodon excisus, Isodon flabelliformis, Isodon flavidus, Isodon flexicaulis, Isodon forrestii, Isodon gesneroides, Isodon gibbosus, Isodon glutinosus, Isodon grandifolius, Isodon grosseserratus, Isodon henryi, Isodon hirtellus, Isodon hispidus, Isodon inamii, Isodon inflexus, Isodon interruptus, Isodon irroratus, Isodon japonicus, Isodon kurzii, Isodon latifolius, Isodon leucophyllus, Isodon liangshanicus, Isodon lihsienensis, Isodon longitubus, Isodon lophanthoides, Isodon loxothyrsus, Isodon lungshengensis, Isodon macrocalyx, Isodon macrophyllus,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-102922: Based on the initial data import
Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Hiroshi Hara (1911-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Hara' in the authors string.