Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
angustifolium
ID:
409591

Status:
valid

Authors:
Körn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(1): 495 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408923

Common Names

  • Angustifolium Eriocaulon
  • Eriocaulon Angustifolium
  • Angustifolium Pipewort

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Description

Eriocaulon angustifolium (also called Narrow-leaved Pipewort, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to East Asia. It has a low-growing, clumping growth habit and is covered in narrow, grass-like leaves. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is tolerant of cold temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon angustifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The leaves of this plant are used for making herbal medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon angustifolium has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon angustifolium can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Eriocaulon angustifolium

Eriocaulon angustifolium is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Eriocaulon angustifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon angustifolium?

Eriocaulon angustifolium

What are the common names of Eriocaulon angustifolium?

Narrow-leaved Pipewort

What is the growth habit of Eriocaulon angustifolium?

It is a perennial herb with a tufted growth habit

Species in the Eriocaulon genus

Eriocaulon abyssinicum, Eriocaulon achiton, Eriocaulon acutibracteatum, Eriocaulon acutifolium, Eriocaulon adamesii, Eriocaulon aethiopicum, Eriocaulon africanum, Eriocaulon afzelianum, Eriocaulon albocapitatum, Eriocaulon alleizettei, Eriocaulon alpestre, Eriocaulon alpinum, Eriocaulon altogibbosum, Eriocaulon angustibracteum, Eriocaulon angustifolium, Eriocaulon annamense, Eriocaulon ansarii, Eriocaulon apiculatum, Eriocaulon aquaticum, Eriocaulon aquatile, Eriocaulon arechavaletae, Eriocaulon arenicola, Eriocaulon arupense, Eriocaulon asteroides, Eriocaulon athertonense, Eriocaulon atratum, Eriocaulon atrum, Eriocaulon australasicum, Eriocaulon australe, Eriocaulon balakrishnanii, Eriocaulon bamendae, Eriocaulon barba-caprae, Eriocaulon bassacense, Eriocaulon batholithicola, Eriocaulon beauverdii, Eriocaulon benthamii, Eriocaulon bhutanicum, Eriocaulon bicolor, Eriocaulon bilobatum, Eriocaulon bolei, Eriocaulon bongense, Eriocaulon boni, Eriocaulon brachypeplon, Eriocaulon brevipedunculatum, Eriocaulon breviscapum, Eriocaulon bromelioideum, Eriocaulon brownianum, Eriocaulon brunonis, Eriocaulon buchananii, Eriocaulon buergerianum,

Species in the Eriocaulaceae family

Comanthera kegeliana, Comanthera harleyi, Comanthera euschemus, Comanthera elegantula, Comanthera elegans, Comanthera dealbata, Comanthera curralensis, Comanthera brasiliana, Comanthera bisulcata, Comanthera bahiensis, Comanthera aurifibrata, Comanthera aciphylla, Comanthera hatschbachii, Comanthera xeranthemoides, Comanthera caespitosa, Comanthera centauroides, Comanthera reflexa, Comanthera jenmanii, Comanthera floccosa, Comanthera circinnata, Comanthera cipoensis, Comanthera giuliettiae, Comanthera suberosa, Comanthera ruprechtiana, Comanthera paepalophylla, Comanthera nivea, Comanthera nitida, Comanthera magnifica, Comanthera imbricata, Comanthera mucugensis, Comanthera lanosa, Comanthera retroflexa, Comanthera pignalii, Comanthera brunnea, Comanthera dimera, Comanthera angustifolia, Comanthera tricostata, Comanthera borbae, Eriocaulon abyssinicum, Eriocaulon achiton, Eriocaulon acutibracteatum, Eriocaulon acutifolium, Eriocaulon adamesii, Eriocaulon aethiopicum, Eriocaulon africanum, Eriocaulon afzelianum, Eriocaulon albocapitatum, Eriocaulon alleizettei, Eriocaulon alpestre, Eriocaulon alpinum,

References