Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild. & T.Durand) Engl. & Diels
Source:
cmp
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Afrik. Pflanzen-Fam. 4: 83 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732640
Common Names
- Thonneri Isolona
- Thonneri False Eranthemum
- Thonneri False Eranthemum
Description
Isolona thonneri (also called Thonner'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 thonneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Isolona thonneri is yellow and has four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single, long stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Isolona thonneri is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Isolona thonneri
Isolona thonneri can be found in Madagascar.
Isolona thonneri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isolona thonneri?
Isolona thonneri
What is the family of Isolona thonneri?
Rubiaceae
Where is Isolona thonneri 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,