Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
longipedunculatum
ID:
412527

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lecomte

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 2: 380 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411859

Common Names

  • Longipedunculatum Eriocaulon
  • Eriocaulon longipedunculatum
  • Longstalk Pipewort

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Description

Eriocaulon longipedunculatum (also called Long-stalked Pipewort, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is found in moist, sandy soils in open grasslands and along the edges of streams and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon longipedunculatum is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, and as a soil-improving crop. It is also used as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, with 5-7 petals. Seed: small, black, with a smooth surface. Seedlings: small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon longipedunculatum is a small perennial plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be grown from seed or propagated from divisions. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Eriocaulon longipedunculatum

Eriocaulon longipedunculatum is native to India.

Eriocaulon longipedunculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon longipedunculatum?

Eriocaulon longipedunculatum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon longipedunculatum?

Long-stalked pipewort

What is the habitat of Eriocaulon longipedunculatum?

It is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and bogs.

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

Paul Henri Lecomte (1856-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lecomte' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335452-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.