Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
tuyamae
ID:
415203

Status:
valid

Authors:
Satake

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 49: 240 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000414535

Common Names

  • Eriocaulon tuyamae
  • Tuyamae Eriocaulon
  • Eriocaulon

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Description

Eriocaulon tuyamae (also called Eriocaulon tuyamae, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon tuyamae is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food additive for its thickening properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocaulon tuyamae is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon tuyamae can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Eriocaulon tuyamae

Eriocaulon tuyamae can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Eriocaulon tuyamae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon tuyamae?

Eriocaulon tuyamae

What is the common name of Eriocaulon tuyamae?

Tuyamae Eriocaulon

What is the distribution of Eriocaulon tuyamae?

It is native to Japan, China, and Korea.

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

Yoshisuke Satake (1902-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Satake' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335827-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.