Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
pulvinatum
ID:
413826

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Royen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea, Bot. 10: 31 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413158

Common Names

  • Pulvinatum Eriocaulon
  • Cushion-Like Pipewort
  • Cushion-Like Hat-Rush

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Description

Eriocaulon pulvinatum (also called Eriocaulon pulvinatum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It typically grows in moist, marshy areas and is characterized by its small, white flowers and narrow, grass-like leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon pulvinatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and other illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocaulon pulvinatum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon pulvinatum is a perennial plant that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a low-growing plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divided plants should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C.

Where to Find Eriocaulon pulvinatum

Eriocaulon pulvinatum is native to India and can be found in moist grasslands and wetlands.

Eriocaulon pulvinatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon pulvinatum?

Eriocaulon pulvinatum

What family does Eriocaulon pulvinatum belong to?

Eriocaulaceae

What is the common name of Eriocaulon pulvinatum?

Cushion Pipewort

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:335634-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.