Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
africanum
ID:
409430

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Flora 28: 340 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408762



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon africanum
  • African Pipewort
  • African Hat-rush


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Description

Eriocaulon africanum (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 africanum is a small shrub with small white flowers. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a ground cover or as a hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eriocaulon africanum are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon africanum is a hardy evergreen perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be kept in a moist, shady location until they have rooted. Division can be done in late summer or early autumn and should be kept moist until the roots have developed.

Where to Find Eriocaulon africanum

Eriocaulon africanum is native to tropical Africa, where it can be found in Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Eriocaulon africanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon africanum?

Eriocaulon africanum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon africanum?

African Eriocaulon

What is the habitat of Eriocaulon africanum?

Eriocaulon africanum is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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,