Status:
valid
Authors:
Ghesq. ex Cavaco & Keraudr.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 27: 80 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732631
Common Names
- Humbertiana Isolona
- Isolona Humbertiana
- Isolona Humbertianum
Description
Isolona humbertiana (also called Humbert's bellflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It grows in moist, shady habitats and has white, bell-shaped flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Isolona humbertiana has been used for its medicinal properties, including as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Isolona humbertiana is white with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Isolona humbertiana is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It is propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The divisions should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Isolona humbertiana
Isolona humbertiana can be found in Madagascar.
Isolona humbertiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isolona humbertiana?
Isolona humbertiana
What is the family of Isolona humbertiana?
Rubiaceae
Where is Isolona humbertiana found?
It is found in tropical Africa
Species in the Isolona genus
Isolona linearis,
Isolona campanulata,
Isolona capuronii,
Isolona cauliflora,
Isolona congolana,
Isolona cooperi,
Isolona deightonii,
Isolona dewevrei,
Isolona ghesquierei,
Isolona heinsenii,
Isolona heinsenii,
Isolona hexaloba,
Isolona humbertiana,
Isolona lebrunii,
Isolona letestui,
Isolona madagascariensis,
Isolona pilosa,
Isolona thonneri,
Isolona zenkeri,
Isolona perrieri,
Isolona pleurocarpa,
Isolona zenkeri,
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,