Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
officinale
ID:
413350

Status:
valid

Authors:
Körn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(1): 480 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412682

Common Names

  • Eriocaulon officinale
  • Common Pipewort
  • Common Pipewort Grass

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Description

Eriocaulon officinale (also called 'Common Pipewort', among many other common names) is a species of pipewort native to the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial herb with small, white flowers and leaves divided into three leaflets. It grows in wet, marshy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon officinale is used as an ornamental plant and is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocaulon officinale is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon officinale is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in well-drained, moist soil in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in dry areas. It is also tolerant of poor soils and can be grown in areas with low fertility. It is an excellent choice for a low-maintenance garden.

Where to Find Eriocaulon officinale

Eriocaulon officinale is native to India and can be found in moist grasslands and open forests.

Eriocaulon officinale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon officinale?

Eriocaulon officinale

What is the common name of Eriocaulon officinale?

Pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon officinale?

Bogs, marshes, and wet meadows

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