Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
belgaumensis
ID:
918095

Status:
valid

Authors:
Shimpale & S.R.Yadav

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 65: 337 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000917430

Common Names

  • Eriocaulon belgaumensis
  • Belgaum Eriocaulon
  • Belgaum Pipewort

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Description

Eriocaulon belgaumensis (also called Belgaum Eriocaulon, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to India. It has a low-growing habit and grows up to 30 cm in height. Its leaves are long and narrow, and its flowers are borne in spikes. It is found in moist, shady forests and is tolerant of low light.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon belgaumensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eriocaulon belgaumensis are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon belgaumensis is a terrestrial plant native to India. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained medium at a temperature of 18-20°C (64-68°F).

Where to Find Eriocaulon belgaumensis

Eriocaulon belgaumensis can be found in the tropical regions of India.

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

Shrirang Ramchandra Yadav (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.R.Yadav' in the authors string.
Vinod B. Shimpale: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shimpale' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77105293-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.