Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
smithii
ID:
218473

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.G.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 12: 140 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217802

Common Names

  • Isochilus smithii
  • Smith Isochilus
  • Smith Isochilus Plant

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Description

Isochilus smithii (also called Smith's 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 smithii 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 smithii 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 smithii

Isochilus smithii is native to Central America.

Isochilus smithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isochilus smithii?

Isochilus smithii

What are the common names of Isochilus smithii?

Smith's Isochilus

What is the natural habitat of Isochilus smithii?

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-102877: Based on the initial data import
Henry G. Jones (1939-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.G.Jones' in the authors string.