Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
alatus
ID:
218441

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10: 360 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217770

Common Names

  • Isochilus alatus
  • Winged Isochilus
  • Winged Isochilus Plant

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Synonyms

  • Isochilus major alatus (Schltr.) Correll [unknown]

Description

Isochilus alatus (also called Alatus Isochilus, among many other common names) is a small shrub found in Mexico and Central America. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is commonly found in dry forests, scrublands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Isochilus alatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, yellow with white center. Seed: small, black. Seedlings: small, green with yellow spots.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isochilus alatus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, sandy soil and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Isochilus alatus

Isochilus alatus is native to the Caribbean region.

Isochilus alatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isochilus alatus?

Isochilus alatus

What are the common names of Isochilus alatus?

Winged Isochilus

What is the natural habitat of Isochilus alatus?

Dry and rocky areas

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, 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, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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