Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eriocaulon
ID:
68586

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. & Endl.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. iii. 43. t. 249.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067915

Common Names

  • Liabum eriocaulon
  • Eriocaulon Cotton-Grass
  • Eriocaulon Cottongrass

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Description

Liabum eriocaulon (also called pipewort, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It grows in shallow water and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Liabum eriocaulon is a small shrub that is native to South Africa. It is often used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves can be used to make a tea that has a mild, sweet flavor. The flowers can be used to make a fragrant syrup or used as a garnish on desserts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Liabum eriocaulon has small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liabum eriocaulon is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring.

Where to Find Liabum eriocaulon

Liabum eriocaulon is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Liabum eriocaulon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liabum eriocaulon?

Liabum eriocaulon

What is the common name of Liabum eriocaulon?

Eriocaulon

What is the natural habitat of Liabum eriocaulon?

Wet meadows, swamps, and marshes

What is the flowering period of Liabum eriocaulon?

June to August

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-24774: 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.