Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
leucophaeus
ID:
447881

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poepp. & Endl.) Körn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Mém. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 11: 10 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447213

Common Names

  • Leucophaeus Ischnosiphon
  • Leucophaeus Broomrape
  • Leucophaeus Toadflax

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Synonyms

  • Calathea leucophaea Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
  • Hymenocharis leucophaea Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ischnosiphon leucophaeus (also called 'Leucophaeus ischnosiphon' and 'Ischnosiphon leucophaeus', among many other common names) is an annual herb 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 leucophaeus 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 leucophaeus sub. leucophaeus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ischnosiphon leucophaeus 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 leucophaeus 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 leucophaeus

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

Ischnosiphon leucophaeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ischnosiphon leucophaeus?

Ischnosiphon leucophaeus

What is the natural habitat of Ischnosiphon leucophaeus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the flower color of Ischnosiphon leucophaeus?

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-250031: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.
Friedrich August Körnicke (1828-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Körn.' in the authors string.