Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 8: 256 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412235
Common Names
- Mutatum Eriocaulon
- Mutatum Eriocaulon Milkweed
- Mutatum Eriocaulon Tragacantha Milkweed
Synonyms
- Eriocaulon rendleanum Fritsch [unknown]
Description
Eriocaulon mutatum (also called Mutated Eriocaulon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and its distinctive mutated inflorescence.
Uses & Benefits
Eriocaulon mutatum has been used as a traditional remedy for treating digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases. It has also been used to reduce cholesterol levels and to treat inflammation.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Eriocaulon mutatum var. angustisepalum (H.E.Hess) S.M.Phillips
Eriocaulon mutatum var. mutatum
Eriocaulon mutatum var. majus S.M.Phillips
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eriocaulon mutatum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriocaulon mutatum 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 mutatum
Eriocaulon mutatum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Eriocaulon mutatum FAQ
What is the common name of Eriocaulon mutatum?
Common name of Eriocaulon mutatum is Mutated Pipewort
What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon mutatum?
Scientific name of Eriocaulon mutatum is Eriocaulon mutatum
What is the family of Eriocaulon mutatum?
Family of Eriocaulon mutatum is Eriocaulaceae
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,