Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
zambesiense
ID:
415448

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruhland

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 27: 75 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000414780

Common Names

  • Eriocaulon zambesiense
  • Zambesi Pipewort
  • Zambesi Hatpin Grass

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Description

Eriocaulon zambesiense (also called 'Zambesi Hat Pin Grass' and 'Zambesi Hatpin Grass', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in moist, shady places and is characterized by its long, slender stems and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon zambesiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used to provide shade and shelter for other plants, as well as to attract birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Eriocaulon zambesiense is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon zambesiense is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It is best to plant in the spring or fall. The seeds should be sown in a shallow trench and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 6 inches apart. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a sunny location and spaced about 6 inches apart.

Where to Find Eriocaulon zambesiense

Eriocaulon zambesiense is native to Zambia.

Eriocaulon zambesiense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon zambesiense?

Eriocaulon zambesiense

What are the common names of Eriocaulon zambesiense?

Zambesi Hat-grass, Zambesi Pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon zambesiense?

It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet areas in Africa

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

Wilhelm Ruhland (1878-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruhland' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335870-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.