Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
desulavii
ID:
410944

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tzvelev

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 70: 392 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410276

Common Names

  • Desulavii Eriocaulon
  • Desulavii Pipewort
  • Desulavii Hat-rush

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Description

Eriocaulon desulavii (also called Desulavii Pipewort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is a perennial herb with linear leaves and white flowers. It can reach up to 30 cm in height, and is found in moist and shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon desulavii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocaulon desulavii is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with a short, slender tube. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with two small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon desulavii is a slow-growing, evergreen, perennial herb that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Division should be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Eriocaulon desulavii

Eriocaulon desulavii can be found in the tropical regions of Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa.

Eriocaulon desulavii FAQ

What is the common name of Eriocaulon desulavii?

Desulav's Pipewort

What is the native range of Eriocaulon desulavii?

Tropical Africa

What is the growth habit of Eriocaulon desulavii?

A low-growing, perennial herb

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

Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:906013-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.