Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flabelliformis
ID:
218526

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Y.Wu) H.Hara

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 60: 234 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217855

Common Names

  • Isodon flabelliformis
  • Flabelliformis Isodon
  • Fan-Shaped Isodon

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Synonyms

  • Isodon kangtingensis (C.Y.Wu & H.W.Li) H.Hara [unknown]
  • Rabdosia flabelliformis C.Y.Wu [unknown]
  • Rabdosia kangtingensis C.Y.Wu [unknown]

Description

Isodon flabelliformis (also called Flabelliformis Isodon, among many other common names) is a small shrub found in India, Nepal, and China. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is commonly found in dry forests, scrublands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Isodon flabelliformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers are small, white or pinkish, and borne in dense spikes. Seed: The seeds are small, black and glossy. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isodon flabelliformis is a perennial herb native to China. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed. It is not particularly drought tolerant and may require supplemental irrigation during dry periods.

Where to Find Isodon flabelliformis

Isodon flabelliformis is found in China.

Isodon flabelliformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isodon flabelliformis?

Isodon flabelliformis

What is the common name of Isodon flabelliformis?

Fan-shaped Isodon

What is the natural habitat of Isodon flabelliformis?

Isodon flabelliformis is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-102929: Based on the initial data import
Hiroshi Hara (1911-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Hara' in the authors string.
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.