Description
Eriocaulon reitzii (also called 'Reitz's Pipewort', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in wet grasslands, marshes, and swamps, and has a thick, woody rootstock, and a stem that grows up to 10 cm tall. It has narrow, linear leaves, and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Eriocaulon reitzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eriocaulon reitzii has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriocaulon reitzii is an evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and should be lightly covered with soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.