Eriocaulon mbalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mbalensis
ID:
412655
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.M.Phillips
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 52: 71 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411987
Common Names
- Mbalensis Pipewort
- Mbalensis Hat
- Mbalensis Eriocaulon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eriocaulon mbalensis (also called Mbali Pipewort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in wetland habitats, such as marshes and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Eriocaulon mbalensis 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 mbalensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and have three leaflets.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eriocaulon mbalensis is a perennial herb that is native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best grown in a sunny location with regular watering.
Where to Find Eriocaulon mbalensis
Eriocaulon mbalensis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in wet, marshy areas.
Eriocaulon mbalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon mbalensis?
Eriocaulon mbalensis
What is the common name of Eriocaulon mbalensis?
Mbalensis Pipewort
What is the habitat of Eriocaulon mbalensis?
It is found in wet meadows and marshes
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
Sylvia Mabel Phillips (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.M.Phillips' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:994711-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.