Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 17: 25 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217778
Common Names
- Isochilus chiriquensis
- Chiriqui Isochilus
- Chiriqui Isochilus Plant
Synonyms
- Isochilus amparoanus Schltr. [unknown]
- Isochilus major amparoanus (Schltr.) Correll [unknown]
Description
Isochilus chiriquensis (also called Chiriqui Isochilus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Andes of Panama and Costa Rica. It grows in moist, shady habitats in the understory of montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Isochilus chiriquensis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and reduce erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, yellow with white center. Seed: small, black. Seedlings: small, green with yellow spots.
Cultivation and Propagation
Isochilus chiriquensis 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 chiriquensis
Isochilus chiriquensis is native to Central America.
Isochilus chiriquensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isochilus chiriquensis?
Isochilus chiriquensis
What are the common names of Isochilus chiriquensis?
Chiriqui Isochilus
What is the natural habitat of Isochilus chiriquensis?
Dry and rocky areas
Species in the Isochilus genus
Isochilus alatus,
Isochilus aurantiacus,
Isochilus bracteatus,
Isochilus carnosiflorus,
Isochilus chiriquensis,
Isochilus langlassei,
Isochilus latibracteatus,
Isochilus linearis,
Isochilus major,
Isochilus pitalensis,
Isochilus smithii,
Isochilus unilateralis,
Isochilus oaxacanus,
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,