Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kraenzl.) Van den Berg & M.W.Chase
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16: 109 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447101
Common Names
- Pretty Isabelia
- Isabelia pulchella
- Pretty Isabelia
Synonyms
- Meiracyllium wettsteinii Porsch [unknown]
- Neolauchea pulchella Kraenzl. [unknown]
- Isabelia pulchella alba Nunes ex Van den Berg & M.W.Chase [unknown]
- Isabelia pulchella alba Nunes [unknown]
- Isabelia pulchella (Kraenzl.) Senghas & Teusch. [unknown]
Description
Isabelia pulchella (also called Pretty Isabelia, 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
Isabelia pulchella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and asthma.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Linaria thymifolia has small yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Isabelia pulchella is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Isabelia pulchella
Isabelia pulchella can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Isabelia pulchella FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isabelia pulchella?
Isabelia pulchella
What is the common name of Isabelia pulchella?
Pretty Isabelia
What is the natural habitat of Isabelia pulchella?
Isabelia pulchella is native to Brazil
Species in the Isabelia genus
Species in the Orchidaceae family
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Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
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Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
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Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,