Eriocaulon margaretae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
margaretae
ID:
412622
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fyson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
J. Indian Bot. 2: 316 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411954
Common Names
- Margaret's Pipewort
- Margaret's Hat
- Margaret's Eriocaulon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eriocaulon margaretae (also called Margaret's Pipewort, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with white flowers and a spreading habit. It is native to Africa, and is found in wetlands and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Eriocaulon margaretae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eriocaulon margaretae 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eriocaulon margaretae 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 margaretae
Eriocaulon margaretae is native to India and can be found in moist grasslands and meadows.
Eriocaulon margaretae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon margaretae?
Eriocaulon margaretae
What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon margaretae?
Eriocaulon margaretae is found in wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions.
What are the common names of Eriocaulon margaretae?
Eriocaulon margaretae is commonly known as Margaret's 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,
References
Philip Furley Fyson (1877-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fyson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335472-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.