Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
major
ID:
218466

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cham. & Schltdl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 6: 60 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217795



Common Names

  • Isochilus major
  • Large Isochilus
  • Large Isochilus Plant


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Description

Isochilus major (also called Major 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 major 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 major 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 major

Isochilus major is native to Central America.

Isochilus major FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isochilus major?

Isochilus major

What are the common names of Isochilus major?

Major Isochilus

What is the natural habitat of Isochilus major?

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-102870: Based on the initial data import
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.