Status:
valid
Authors:
W.L.Ma
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 29: 313 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411948
Common Names
- Eriocaulon
- Eriocaulon mangshanense
- Mangshan Pipewort
Description
Eriocaulon mangshanense (also called Mangshan Pipewort, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with white flowers and a spreading habit. It is native to China, and is found in wetlands and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Eriocaulon mangshanense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eriocaulon mangshanense is a small, white or yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have one or two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriocaulon mangshanense is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Eriocaulon mangshanense
Eriocaulon mangshanense is native to China and can be found in moist grasslands and meadows.
Eriocaulon mangshanense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon mangshanense?
Eriocaulon mangshanense
What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon mangshanense?
Eriocaulon mangshanense is found in wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions.
What are the common names of Eriocaulon mangshanense?
Eriocaulon mangshanense is commonly known as Mangshan pipewort.
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,