Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
linearifolium
ID:
412494

Status:
valid

Authors:
Körn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(1): 498 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411826

Common Names

  • Eriocaulon linearifolium
  • Linearifolium Pipewort
  • Linearifolium

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Description

Eriocaulon linearifolium (also called Linear-Leaved Pipewort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon linearifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon linearifolium has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a single seed per flower. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a rosette of leaves at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon linearifolium is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or fall and cover lightly with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to 6-8 inches apart. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Eriocaulon linearifolium

Eriocaulon linearifolium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Eriocaulon linearifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon linearifolium?

Eriocaulon linearifolium

What is the common name of Eriocaulon linearifolium?

Linear-leaved Pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon linearifolium?

Mudflats, marshes, and swamps

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