Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
afzelianum
ID:
409438

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wikstr. ex Körn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 27: 680 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408770



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon afzelianum
  • Afzelius' Pipewort
  • Afzelius' Hat-rush


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Description

Eriocaulon afzelianum (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 afzelianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The leaves of this plant are used for making herbal medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eriocaulon afzelianum 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 afzelianum is a small, evergreen perennial that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Eriocaulon afzelianum

Eriocaulon afzelianum is native to India, where it can be found in the states of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.

Eriocaulon afzelianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon afzelianum?

Eriocaulon afzelianum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon afzelianum?

Afzelius' Eriocaulon

What is the habitat of Eriocaulon afzelianum?

Eriocaulon afzelianum 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,

References

Friedrich August Körnicke (1828-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Körn.' in the authors string.
Johan Emanuel Wikström (1789-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wikstr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335068-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.