Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
meenachilense
ID:
1546282

Status:
valid

Authors:
Balan & Robi

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 78-336: 2 (2021)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000026973

Common Names

  • Eriocaulon meenachilense
  • Meenachilense Eriocaulon
  • Meenachilense Star-Fruit

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Description

Eriocaulon meenachilense (also called Eriocaulon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to India. It is a perennial herb with erect or decumbent stems and grows up to 30 cm in height. It is found in moist, shady places in the tropical and subtropical regions of India.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon meenachilense is used as an ornamental plant, for its essential oils, and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eriocaulon meenachilense are white, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two green cotyledons and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon meenachilense can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny location with regular watering.

Where to Find Eriocaulon meenachilense

Eriocaulon meenachilense can be found in India.

Eriocaulon meenachilense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon meenachilense?

Eriocaulon meenachilense

What is the common name of Eriocaulon meenachilense?

Meenachil Pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon meenachilense?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77248975-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.