Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eriocaulis
ID:
550352

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buining & Brederoo

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 24(11): 241. 1973.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000549684

Common Names

  • Eriocaulis Arrojadoa
  • Eriocaulis Ironwood
  • Eriocaulis Ironwood Tree

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Synonyms

  • Arrojadoa albicoronata (Van Heek, R.J.Paul, Heimen, Hovens & W.Strecker) P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]
  • Arrojadoa rosenbergeriana (Van Heek & W.Strecker) P.J.Braun, Esteves & Van Heek [unknown]
  • Arrojadoa dinae eriocaulis (Buining & Brederoo) N.P.Taylor & Zappi [valid]
  • Arrojadoa eriocaulis albicoronata Van Heek, R.J.Paul, Heimen, Hovens & W.Strecker [unknown]
  • Arrojadoa eriocaulis albicoronata (Van Heek, R.J.Paul, Heimen, Hovens & W.Strecker) P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]
  • Arrojadoa eriocaulis rosenbergeriana Van Heek & W.Strecker [unknown]

Description

Arrojadoa eriocaulis (also called 'Eriocaulon Arrojadoa', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It has leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist forests, swamps and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Arrojadoa eriocaulis is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arrojadoa eriocaulis is a small, white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arrojadoa eriocaulis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Arrojadoa eriocaulis

Arrojadoa eriocaulis can be found in the Andes mountains of Peru and Bolivia.

Arrojadoa eriocaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arrojadoa eriocaulis?

Arrojadoa eriocaulis

What is the common name of Arrojadoa eriocaulis?

Eriocaulon Arrojadoa

What is the natural habitat of Arrojadoa eriocaulis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Albert Frederik Hendrik Buining (1901-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buining' in the authors string.
Arnold J. Brederoo (1917-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brederoo' in the authors string.