Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rosea
ID:
218408

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(6): 284 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217737

Common Names

  • Isertia rosea
  • Rose Isertia
  • Rose-Flowered Isertia

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Synonyms

  • Isertia commutata Sagot [invalid]

Description

Isertia rosea (also called 'Rose Isertia', among many other common names) is a species of palm native to the Amazon rainforest. It is a tall, slender palm with a single trunk and a crown of feather-like leaves. It can grow up to 20 meters tall and is found in tropical and subtropical climates in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Isertia rosea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isertia rosea has pink flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, lance-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isertia rosea can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced about 1.2m apart.

Where to Find Isertia rosea

Isertia rosea is native to Mexico and Central America and can be found in dry, open areas. It can be propagated from seed.

Isertia rosea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isertia rosea?

Isertia rosea

What family does Isertia rosea belong to?

Acanthaceae

What is the common name of Isertia rosea?

Rose Isertia

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References