Status:
valid
Authors:
Rabeh. & Lowry
Source:
iplants
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 31: 151 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914453
Common Names
- Schizolaena isaloensis
- Isalo Schizolaena
- Isalo False Tamarind
Description
Schizolaena isaloensis (also called Isalo Schizolaena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Schizolaenaceae family. It is native to Madagascar. It is found in humid montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Schizolaena isaloensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schizolaena isaloensis has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have bright green, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schizolaena isaloensis is an evergreen shrub that is native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F). It is best grown in a sheltered spot in the garden.
Where to Find Schizolaena isaloensis
Schizolaena isaloensis is native to Madagascar. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Species in the Schizolaena genus
Schizolaena capuronii,
Schizolaena cauliflora,
Schizolaena cavacoana,
Schizolaena charlotteae,
Schizolaena elongata,
Schizolaena exinvolucrata,
Schizolaena gereaui,
Schizolaena hystrix,
Schizolaena isaloensis,
Schizolaena manomboensis,
Schizolaena masoalensis,
Schizolaena microphylla,
Schizolaena milleri,
Schizolaena noronhae,
Schizolaena parviflora,
Schizolaena parvipetala,
Schizolaena pectinata,
Schizolaena raymondii,
Schizolaena rosea,
Schizolaena tampoketsana,
Schizolaena turkii,
Schizolaena viscosa,
Species in the Sarcolaenaceae family
Eremolaena darainensis,
Eremolaena humblotiana,
Eremolaena rotundifolia,
Leptolaena abrahamii,
Leptolaena arenaria,
Leptolaena cuspidata,
Leptolaena delphinensis,
Leptolaena gautieri,
Leptolaena masoalensis,
Leptolaena multiflora,
Leptolaena pauciflora,
Leptolaena raymondii,
Mediusella bernieri,
Pentachlaena betamponensis,
Pentachlaena latifolia,
Pentachlaena orientalis,
Pentachlaena vestita,
Perrierodendron boinense,
Perrierodendron capuronii,
Perrierodendron occidentale,
Perrierodendron quartzitorum,
Perrierodendron rodoense,
Rhodolaena acutifolia,
Rhodolaena altivola,
Rhodolaena bakeriana,
Rhodolaena coriacea,
Rhodolaena humblotii,
Rhodolaena leroyana,
Rhodolaena macrocarpa,
Sarcolaena codonochlamys,
Sarcolaena delphinensis,
Sarcolaena eriophora,
Sarcolaena grandiflora,
Sarcolaena humbertiana,
Sarcolaena isaloensis,
Sarcolaena multiflora,
Sarcolaena oblongifolia,
Schizolaena capuronii,
Schizolaena cauliflora,
Schizolaena cavacoana,
Schizolaena charlotteae,
Schizolaena elongata,
Schizolaena exinvolucrata,
Schizolaena gereaui,
Schizolaena hystrix,
Schizolaena isaloensis,
Schizolaena manomboensis,
Schizolaena masoalensis,
Schizolaena microphylla,
Schizolaena milleri,
References
David Rabehevitra: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rabeh.' in the authors string.