Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
achiton
ID:
409348

Status:
valid

Authors:
Körn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 27: 630 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408680



Common Names

  • Achiton Eriocaulon
  • Achiton Pipewort
  • Achiton Eriocaulon


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Description

Eriocaulon achiton (also called 'African Pipewort', 'African Pipeweed', 'African Pipewort Grass', among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to tropical Africa. It is characterized by its small, cylindrical leaves and white flowers, and grows in moist, shady places, such as near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon achiton is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a windbreak and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon achiton has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single, straight stem with a tuft of long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon achiton is a slow-growing, evergreen, perennial. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained medium. Keep the divisions moist until they have established.

Where to Find Eriocaulon achiton

Eriocaulon achiton can be found in India.

Eriocaulon achiton FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon achiton?

Eriocaulon achiton

What is the common name of Eriocaulon achiton?

Achiton Eriocaulon

Where is Eriocaulon achiton native to?

India

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