Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Andersson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 43: 98 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447222
Common Names
- Macarena's Ischnosiphon
- Ischnosiphon macarenae
- Macarena's Ischnosiphon
Description
Ischnosiphon macarenae (also called 'Macarenae ischnosiphon' and 'Ischnosiphon macarenae', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It grows in wet areas, such as marshes and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Ischnosiphon macarenae 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 macarenae is yellow and tubular with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ischnosiphon macarenae is a perennial herb that is best propagated by division. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position and requires regular watering. It can also be propagated by seed, but it takes a long time to germinate.
Where to Find Ischnosiphon macarenae
Ischnosiphon macarenae is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Ischnosiphon macarenae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ischnosiphon macarenae?
Ischnosiphon macarenae
What is the common name of Ischnosiphon macarenae?
Macarena Ischnosiphon
What is the family of Ischnosiphon macarenae?
Asteraceae
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,