Description
Eriocaulon seemannii (also called Seemann's Pipewort, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and tropical Africa, and can be found in wet, grassy areas. It has small, white flowers and narrow, pointed leaves.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eriocaulon seemannii is a small, white, star-shaped head with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single, thin, light green stem with small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriocaulon seemannii is an evergreen, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in the spring, and the seed should be sown in the fall. The plants should be grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded area.