Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
218462

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Hortus Kew. 5: 209 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217791

Common Names

  • Isochilus linearis
  • Linear Isochilus
  • Linear Isochilus Plant

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Synonyms

  • Isochilus brasiliensis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Isochilus leucanthus Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Isochilus peruvianus Schltr. [unknown]
  • Leptothrium lineare (Jacq.) Kunth [unknown]
  • Isochilus linearis leucanthus Cogn. [unknown]
  • Coilostylis obtusifolia Raf. [unknown]
  • Cymbidium lineare Sw. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum lineare Jacq. [unknown]

Description

Isochilus linearis (also called Linear Isochilus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Andes of Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia. It grows in moist, shady habitats in the understory of montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Isochilus linearis 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: small, white with yellow center. Seed: small, dark brown. Seedlings: small, green with white spots.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isochilus linearis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, sandy soil and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Isochilus linearis

Isochilus linearis is native to Central America.

Isochilus linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isochilus linearis?

Isochilus linearis

What are the common names of Isochilus linearis?

Linear Isochilus

What is the natural habitat of Isochilus linearis?

Grassy and rocky areas

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-102867: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.