Status:
valid
Authors:
C.L.Xiang & Y.P.Chen
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 156: 292 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338786
Common Names
- Delavayi Isodon
- Isodon delavayi
- Delavayi Isodon
Description
Isodon delavayi (also called Delavay's Isodon, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to China. It has oval leaves with serrated edges and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Isodon delavayi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Isodon delavayi is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Isodon delavayi is a small shrub native to China. It is best propagated from cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Once established, Isodon delavayi is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Isodon delavayi
Isodon delavayi is native to China and can be found in the mountains of Yunnan and Sichuan.
Isodon delavayi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isodon delavayi?
Isodon delavayi
What is the common name of Isodon delavayi?
Delavay's Isodon
What is the natural habitat of Isodon delavayi?
Grassy slopes and rocky cliffs
Species in the Isodon genus
Isodon adenanthus,
Isodon adenolomus,
Isodon albopilosus,
Isodon amethystoides,
Isodon angustifolius,
Isodon arakii,
Isodon assamicus,
Isodon atroruber,
Isodon barbeyanus,
Isodon brevicalcaratus,
Isodon brevifolius,
Isodon bulleyanus,
Isodon calcicola,
Isodon capillipes,
Isodon coetsa,
Isodon dawoensis,
Isodon dhankutanus,
Isodon effusus,
Isodon enanderianus,
Isodon eriocalyx,
Isodon excisoides,
Isodon excisus,
Isodon flabelliformis,
Isodon flavidus,
Isodon flexicaulis,
Isodon forrestii,
Isodon gesneroides,
Isodon gibbosus,
Isodon glutinosus,
Isodon grandifolius,
Isodon grosseserratus,
Isodon henryi,
Isodon hirtellus,
Isodon hispidus,
Isodon inamii,
Isodon inflexus,
Isodon interruptus,
Isodon irroratus,
Isodon japonicus,
Isodon kurzii,
Isodon latifolius,
Isodon leucophyllus,
Isodon liangshanicus,
Isodon lihsienensis,
Isodon longitubus,
Isodon lophanthoides,
Isodon loxothyrsus,
Isodon lungshengensis,
Isodon macrocalyx,
Isodon macrophyllus,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
Chun Lei Xiang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.L.Xiang' in the authors string.
Ya Ping Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.P.Chen' in the authors string.