Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
isabellina
ID:
638673

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 18: 173 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638005

Common Names

  • Asplundia isabellina
  • Isabellina Asplundia
  • Fragrant Asplundia

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Synonyms

  • Asplundia leptospatha Harling [unknown]

Description

Asplundia isabellina (also called Asplundia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is a small, perennial herb with a creeping rhizome and a short stem. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, and it grows in wet forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Asplundia isabellina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white flowers with a yellow hue. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Small, green seedlings with a yellow hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplundia isabellina is a small, evergreen shrub with fragrant white flowers. It is best grown in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Propagate by taking semi-ripe cuttings in summer or by layering in spring.

Where to Find Asplundia isabellina

Asplundia isabellina can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Asplundia isabellina FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Asplundia isabellina?

Asplundia isabellina prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C)

What type of light does Asplundia isabellina need?

Asplundia isabellina prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Asplundia isabellina?

Water Asplundia isabellina when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Asplundia genus

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

Species in the Cyclanthaceae family

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-275735: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.