Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
elenorae
ID:
411182

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fyson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
J. Indian Bot. 2: 316 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410514

Common Names

  • Eriocaulon elenorae
  • Eriocaulon
  • Pipewort

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Description

Eriocaulon elenorae (also called Eleanor's Pipewort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Eriocaulaceae family. It is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America and is found in wet grasslands and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon elenorae is used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon elenorae has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon elenorae is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with a creeping habit. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Eriocaulon elenorae

Eriocaulon elenorae is native to India and can be found in the rivers and streams of the country.

Eriocaulon elenorae FAQ

What are the common names of Eriocaulon elenorae?

Common names of Eriocaulon elenorae include Eleanor's Eriocaulon and Eleanor's Pipewort.

What is the growth rate of Eriocaulon elenorae?

Eriocaulon elenorae has a moderate to fast growth rate.

What is the light requirement of Eriocaulon elenorae?

Eriocaulon elenorae prefers full sun to partial shade.

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,

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