Status:
valid
Authors:
I.Darbysh. & L.J.Pearce
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 66: 435 (2011 publ. 2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331915
Common Names
- Isoglossa dispersa
- Dispersa Isoglossa
- Dispersa's Isoglossa
Description
Isoglossa dispersa (also called Dispersed Isoglossa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Central and East Africa, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Isoglossa dispersa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Isoglossa dispersa has yellow flowers, with a single seed head containing small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Isoglossa dispersa is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Isoglossa dispersa
Isoglossa dispersa is found in Mexico.
Isoglossa dispersa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isoglossa dispersa?
Isoglossa dispersa
What is the family of Isoglossa dispersa?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Isoglossa dispersa?
Dispersed Isoglossa
Species in the Isoglossa genus
Isoglossa asystasioides,
Isoglossa anisophylla,
Isoglossa bracteosa,
Isoglossa candelabrum,
Isoglossa cataractarum,
Isoglossa clemensiorum,
Isoglossa collina,
Isoglossa congesta,
Isoglossa cyclophylla,
Isoglossa dichotoma,
Isoglossa eliasbandae,
Isoglossa eranthemoides,
Isoglossa eylesii,
Isoglossa floribunda,
Isoglossa geoffrayi,
Isoglossa glandulifera,
Isoglossa grandiflora,
Isoglossa humbertii,
Isoglossa inermis,
Isoglossa ixodes,
Isoglossa lactea,
Isoglossa laxa,
Isoglossa laxiflora,
Isoglossa mbalensis,
Isoglossa membranacea,
Isoglossa milanjiensis,
Isoglossa mossambicensis,
Isoglossa nervosa,
Isoglossa oreacanthoides,
Isoglossa parvifolia,
Isoglossa pawekiae,
Isoglossa punctata,
Isoglossa rubescens,
Isoglossa rutenbergisma,
Isoglossa somalensis,
Isoglossa strigosula,
Isoglossa subcordata,
Isoglossa substrobilina,
Isoglossa ufipensis,
Isoglossa vulcanicola,
Isoglossa bondwaensis,
Isoglossa bruceae,
Isoglossa faulknerae,
Isoglossa multinervis,
Isoglossa paucinervis,
Isoglossa variegata,
Isoglossa ventricosa,
Isoglossa namuliensis,
Isoglossa origanoides,
Isoglossa glabra,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa,
Acanthopale confertiflora,
Acanthopale decempedalis,
Acanthopale laxiflora,
Acanthopale madagascariensis,
Acanthopale pubescens,
Acanthopale aethiogermanica,
Acanthopale breviceps,
Acanthopale cuneifolia,
Acanthopale ramiflora,
Acanthopale perrieri,
Acanthopale humblotii,
Acanthopsis carduifolia,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis glauca,
Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana,
Acanthopsis horrida,
Acanthopsis scullyi,
Acanthopsis spathularis,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis tuba,
Acanthopsis ludoviciana,
Acanthopsis adamanticola,
Acanthopsis dispermoides,
Acanthopsis erosa,
Acanthopsis dregeana,
Acanthopsis tetragona,
Acanthopsis glandulopalmata,
Acanthopsis insueta,
Acanthopsis nitida,
Acanthopsis pagodiformis,
Acanthopsis glabra,
Acanthopsis villosa,
Acanthus austromontanus,
Acanthus greuterianus,
Acanthus kulalensis,
Acanthus arboreus,
Acanthus carduaceus,
Acanthus caroli-alexandri,
Acanthus caudatus,
Acanthus dioscoridis,
Acanthus ebracteatus,
Acanthus eminens,
Acanthus flexicaulis,
Acanthus gaed,
Acanthus guineensis,
Acanthus hirsutus,
Acanthus hungaricus,
Acanthus ilicifolius,
Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Iain Darbyshire: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Darbysh.' in the authors string.