Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
puberulus
ID:
447961

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loes.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Königl. Bot. Gart. Berlin 6: 281 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447293



Common Names

  • Puberulus
  • Round-Leaved Ischnosiphon
  • Roundleaf Ischnosiphon


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Synonyms

  • Ischnosiphon gracilis scabra Petersen [unknown]
  • Ischnosiphon puberulus scaber (Petersen) L.Andersson [unknown]
  • Ischnosiphon puberulus verruculosus (J.F.Macbr.) L.Andersson [unknown]
  • Ischnosiphon uleanus Loes. [unknown]
  • Ischnosiphon verruculosus J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Ischnosiphon puberulus puberulus [unknown]

Description

Ischnosiphon puberulus (also called 'Puberulus ischnosiphon' and 'Ischnosiphon puberulus', 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 puberulus is used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ischnosiphon puberulus is a small, white-greenish flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a hard shell. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ischnosiphon puberulus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Ischnosiphon puberulus

Ischnosiphon puberulus can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Peru, Brazil, and Bolivia.

Ischnosiphon puberulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ischnosiphon puberulus?

Ischnosiphon puberulus

What is the common name of Ischnosiphon puberulus?

Puberulous Ischnosiphon

What is the family of Ischnosiphon puberulus?

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,