Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifolius
ID:
218605

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Batalin) H.Hara

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 60: 236 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217934



Common Names

  • Isodon parvifolius
  • Small-leaved Isodon
  • Small-leaved Isodon


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Synonyms

  • Isodon discolor Kudô [unknown]
  • Plectranthus discolor Dunn [unknown]
  • Plectranthus parvifolius (Batalin) C.Pei [unknown]
  • Rabdosia parvifolia (Batalin) H.Hara [unknown]
  • Caryopteris parvifolia Batalin [unknown]

Description

Isodon parvifolius (also called Small-Leaf 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 parvifolius 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 parvifolius 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 parvifolius is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayas. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it twice a year with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Isodon parvifolius

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

Isodon parvifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isodon parvifolius?

Isodon parvifolius

What is the family of Isodon parvifolius?

Lamiaceae

What is the common name of Isodon parvifolius?

Small-leaved 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-103000: Based on the initial data import
Hiroshi Hara (1911-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Hara' in the authors string.
Alexander Theodorowicz Batalin (1847-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Batalin' in the authors string.