Status:
valid
Authors:
Körn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 35(I): 94 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447181
Common Names
- Gracile Ischnosiphon
- Gracile Broomrape
- Gracile Toadflax
Synonyms
- Hymenocharis gracilis Kuntze [unknown]
- Ischnosiphon lasserianus Steyerm. [unknown]
- Maranta gracilis Rudge [unknown]
Description
Ischnosiphon gracilis (also called 'Graceful Ischnosiphon', 'Graceful Flag', 'Graceful Lily', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and produces yellow flowers with purple centers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in wetlands and along the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Ischnosiphon gracilis 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ischnosiphon gracilis sub. gracilis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ischnosiphon gracilis is yellow and tubular with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ischnosiphon gracilis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 30-45 cm apart.
Where to Find Ischnosiphon gracilis
Ischnosiphon gracilis is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Ischnosiphon gracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ischnosiphon gracilis?
Ischnosiphon gracilis
What is the common name of Ischnosiphon gracilis?
None
Where is Ischnosiphon gracilis found?
Central Asia
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,