Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
koynense
ID:
795400

Status:
valid

Authors:
Punekar, Mungikar & Lakshmin.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Rheedea 13: 21 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794733

Common Names

  • Eriocaulon koynense
  • Koyna Eriocaulon
  • Koyna Pipewort

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Description

Eriocaulon koynense (also called Koyna Eriocaulon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Eriocaulaceae family. It is a small, tufted perennial herb with a stemless, grass-like habit. It is native to India, where it is found in the Western Ghats and Konkan regions. It grows in moist, grassy areas, such as along the edges of streams and in wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon koynense is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocaulon koynense is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon koynense is a terrestrial orchid native to Costa Rica and Panama. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a well-draining medium such as bark chips or sphagnum moss. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). Water regularly, allowing the medium to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength.

Where to Find Eriocaulon koynense

Eriocaulon koynense is native to India.

Eriocaulon koynense FAQ

What is the common name of Eriocaulon koynense?

Koyna Pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon koynense?

Wetlands and marshes

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon koynense?

Eriocaulon koynense

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

Sachin Anil Punekar (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Punekar' in the authors string.
Pakshirajan Lakshminarasimhan (1959-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lakshmin.' in the authors string.
Rahul Mungikar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mungikar' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60437974-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.