Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
montanum
ID:
412864

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Royen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea, Bot. 10: 40 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412196

Common Names

  • Pipewort
  • Eriocaulon
  • Hat-pins

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Description

Eriocaulon montanum (also called 'Mountain Pipewort', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of narrow, linear leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon montanum is used as a soil-improving crop, and as a cover crop. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon montanum has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon montanum is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy shoots and planted in a light, sandy soil. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Eriocaulon montanum

Eriocaulon montanum can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and bogs in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Eriocaulon montanum FAQ

What are the common uses of Eriocaulon montanum?

Eriocaulon montanum is commonly used as a medicinal herb and as a source of food for livestock.

What is the optimal growing environment for Eriocaulon montanum?

Eriocaulon montanum prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the growth rate of Eriocaulon montanum?

Eriocaulon montanum has a moderate growth rate.

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

Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335517-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.