Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
shikokianus
ID:
218638

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Makino) H.Hara

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Enum. Spermatophytarum Japon. 1: 208 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217967

Common Names

  • Isodon shikokianus
  • Shikoku Isodon
  • Shikoku Bush

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Synonyms

  • Isodon shikokianus albiflorus Murata [unknown]
  • Plectranthus excisus shikokianus Makino [unknown]
  • Plectranthus shikokianus Makino [unknown]
  • Rabdosia shikokiana (Makino) H.Hara [unknown]

Description

Isodon shikokianus (also called Shikoku Isodon, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base, native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in forests, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Isodon shikokianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Isodon shikokianus var. intermedius (Kudô) Murata
Isodon shikokianus var. occidentalis Murata
Isodon shikokianus var. shikokianus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Isodon shikokianus is white in color and has a tubular shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isodon shikokianus can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. Division is done in the spring or fall. Dig up the plant and divide the clump into smaller sections, making sure each section has a few roots and shoots. Replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Isodon shikokianus

Isodon shikokianus can be found in Japan.

Isodon shikokianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isodon shikokianus?

Isodon shikokianus

What is the common name of Isodon shikokianus?

Shikokianus Isodon

What is the natural habitat of Isodon shikokianus?

Isodon shikokianus is found in moist forests and grasslands in Japan.

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-103030: Based on the initial data import
Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.
Hiroshi Hara (1911-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Hara' in the authors string.