Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
concretum
ID:
410623

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 1: 92 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409955

Common Names

  • Concretum Pipewort
  • Concretum Hat-Pin Grass
  • Eriocaulon Concretum

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Description

Eriocaulon concretum (also called Concrete Pipewort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the African continent. It has an erect stem and long, narrow leaves with yellow-orange flowers. It is found in wetlands, marshes, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon concretum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon concretum has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, thin, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon concretum is a perennial plant, native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a warm, moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Eriocaulon concretum

Eriocaulon concretum is native to India and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Eriocaulon concretum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon concretum?

Eriocaulon concretum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon concretum?

Concrete pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon concretum?

Eriocaulon concretum is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests

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

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335203-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.