Description
Eriophorum beringianum (also called Bering's Cottongrass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America and is found in wet meadows, bogs, and marshes. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white, feathery flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Eriophorum beringianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Eriophorum beringianum are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, round leaves and thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriophorum beringianum is a perennial herb that grows in wet meadows, bogs, and marshes. It can be propagated by division or from seed. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. The seedlings will emerge in 4-6 weeks. To propagate by division, dig up the plant in early spring and divide the clumps into smaller sections. Plant the divisions in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location and water regularly.