Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
nantoense
ID:
413031

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Formosan. 10: 51 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412363

Common Names

  • Eriocaulon nantoense
  • Nantou Eriocaulon
  • Nantoense Eriocaulon

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Description

Eriocaulon nantoense (also called 'Nantoense' and 'Nantoense Eriocaulon', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas and has small, white flowers. The leaves are linear and have a serrated margin.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon nantoense has been used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriocaulon nantoense var. nantoense
Eriocaulon nantoense var. micropetalum W.L.Ma

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocaulon nantoense is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with multiple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon nantoense is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in dry, rocky soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Eriocaulon nantoense

Eriocaulon nantoense can be found in tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.

Eriocaulon nantoense FAQ

What are the common uses of Eriocaulon nantoense?

Eriocaulon nantoense is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

What are the growing conditions for Eriocaulon nantoense?

Eriocaulon nantoense prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the lifespan of Eriocaulon nantoense?

Eriocaulon nantoense can live up to 10 years.

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

Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335527-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.