Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
meeboldii
ID:
448507

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.W.Sm.) Suddee

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 59: 362 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447839



Common Names

  • Meeboldii Isodon
  • Meeboldii Isodon Tree
  • Meeboldii Isodon Wood


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Synonyms

  • Plectranthus meeboldii W.W.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Isodon meeboldii (also called Meebold's isodon, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in the Palawan Island. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Isodon meeboldii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isodon meeboldii has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isodon meeboldii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and planted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Isodon meeboldii

Isodon meeboldii is native to the tropical rainforest of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.

Isodon meeboldii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isodon meeboldii?

Isodon meeboldii

What is the natural habitat of Isodon meeboldii?

Isodon meeboldii is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

What are the uses of Isodon meeboldii?

Isodon meeboldii is used as a spice and for medicinal purposes.

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-250128: Based on the initial data import
William Wright Smith (1875-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Sm.' in the authors string.
Somran Suddee (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suddee' in the authors string.