Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
elegans
ID:
447836

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 17: 162 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447168



Common Names

  • Elegant Ischnosiphon
  • Elegant Broomrape
  • Elegant Toadflax


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Description

Ischnosiphon elegans (also called Elegant Ischnosiphon, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous flowering plant. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and it typically grows in sunny, dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ischnosiphon elegans is an ornamental plant that is often used in aquariums and water gardens. It is also used as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ischnosiphon elegans is yellow and tubular with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ischnosiphon elegans can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 30-45 cm apart.

Where to Find Ischnosiphon elegans

Ischnosiphon elegans is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Ischnosiphon elegans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ischnosiphon elegans?

Ischnosiphon elegans

What is the family of Ischnosiphon elegans?

Plantaginaceae

What is the common name of Ischnosiphon elegans?

Elegant ischnosiphon

Species in the Ischnosiphon genus

Ischnosiphon annulatus, Ischnosiphon arouma, Ischnosiphon bahiensis, Ischnosiphon cannoideus, Ischnosiphon caudatus, Ischnosiphon centricifolius, Ischnosiphon cerotus, Ischnosiphon colombianus, Ischnosiphon crassispicus, Ischnosiphon elegans, Ischnosiphon enigmaticus, Ischnosiphon flagellatus, Ischnosiphon foliosus, Ischnosiphon fusiformis, Ischnosiphon gracilis, Ischnosiphon grandibracteatus, Ischnosiphon heleniae, Ischnosiphon hirsutus, Ischnosiphon idrobonis, Ischnosiphon inflatus, Ischnosiphon killipii, Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus, Ischnosiphon leucophaeus, Ischnosiphon longiflorus, Ischnosiphon macarenae, Ischnosiphon martianus, Ischnosiphon obliquus, Ischnosiphon ovatus, Ischnosiphon parvifolius, Ischnosiphon paryrizinho, Ischnosiphon petiolatus, Ischnosiphon polyphyllus, Ischnosiphon puberulus, Ischnosiphon rotundifolius, Ischnosiphon surumuensis, Ischnosiphon ursinus,

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

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