Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
lasiocoleus
ID:
447872

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum. ex Loes.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Königl. Bot. Gart. Berlin 6: 279 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447204

Common Names

  • Lasiocoleus Ischnosiphon
  • Lasiocoleus Broomrape
  • Lasiocoleus Toadflax

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Synonyms

  • Ischnosiphon bolivianus Loes. [unknown]
  • Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus bolivianoides Loes. [unknown]
  • Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus sphenophylloides Loes. [unknown]
  • Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus bolivianoides Loes. [deprecated]

Description

Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus (also called 'Lasiocoleus' and 'Lasiocoleus ischnosiphon', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It grows in wet areas, such as marshes and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus is an ornamental plant that is often used in aquariums and water gardens. It is also used as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus is yellow and tubular with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus is a perennial herb that is best propagated by division. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position and requires regular watering. It can also be propagated by seed, but it takes a long time to germinate.

Where to Find Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus

Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus?

Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus

What is the natural habitat of Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the flower color of Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus?

White

Species in the Ischnosiphon genus

Ischnosiphon annulatus, Ischnosiphon arouma, Ischnosiphon bahiensis, Ischnosiphon cannoideus, Ischnosiphon caudatus, Ischnosiphon centricifolius, Ischnosiphon cerotus, Ischnosiphon colombianus, Ischnosiphon crassispicus, Ischnosiphon elegans, Ischnosiphon enigmaticus, Ischnosiphon flagellatus, Ischnosiphon foliosus, Ischnosiphon fusiformis, Ischnosiphon gracilis, Ischnosiphon grandibracteatus, Ischnosiphon heleniae, Ischnosiphon hirsutus, Ischnosiphon idrobonis, Ischnosiphon inflatus, Ischnosiphon killipii, Ischnosiphon lasiocoleus, Ischnosiphon leucophaeus, Ischnosiphon longiflorus, Ischnosiphon macarenae, Ischnosiphon martianus, Ischnosiphon obliquus, Ischnosiphon ovatus, Ischnosiphon parvifolius, Ischnosiphon paryrizinho, Ischnosiphon petiolatus, Ischnosiphon polyphyllus, Ischnosiphon puberulus, Ischnosiphon rotundifolius, Ischnosiphon surumuensis, Ischnosiphon ursinus,

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-250026: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.