Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
latibracteatus
ID:
218460

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich. & Galeotti

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 3: 22 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217789

Common Names

  • Isochilus latibracteatus
  • Wide-Bracted Isochilus
  • Wide-Bracted Isochilus Plant

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Description

Isochilus latibracteatus (also called Broad-bracted Isochilus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Andes of Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia. It grows in moist, shady habitats in the understory of montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Isochilus latibracteatus is 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isochilus latibracteatus 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 latibracteatus

Isochilus latibracteatus is native to Central America.

Isochilus latibracteatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isochilus latibracteatus?

Isochilus latibracteatus

What are the common names of Isochilus latibracteatus?

Broad-bracted Isochilus

What is the natural habitat of Isochilus latibracteatus?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-102865: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Henri Guillaume Galeotti (1814-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeotti' in the authors string.