Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myriocladus
ID:
218590

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Chen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Guihaia 15: 214 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217919



Common Names

  • Isodon myriocladus
  • Myriocladus Isodon
  • Myriocladus Isodon


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Description

Isodon myriocladus (also called Many-Branch Isodon, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to China and India. It grows in grasslands, forests, and shrublands, and has a woody stem with white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Isodon myriocladus is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Isodon myriocladus are small, white to pale pink in colour and arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isodon myriocladus is a perennial herb native to China. It prefers full sun to partial shade and 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 myriocladus

Isodon myriocladus can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Isodon myriocladus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isodon myriocladus?

Isodon myriocladus

What is the natural habitat of Isodon myriocladus?

Isodon myriocladus is found in moist areas in the Himalayas, China, and Japan.

What are the common names of Isodon myriocladus?

Isodon myriocladus is also known as Himalayan Isodon, Himalayan Toothwort, and Himalayan Isodon.

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-102989: Based on the initial data import
Chen Jie (1928-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chen' in the authors string.