Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
alpinum
ID:
409513

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Royen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea, Bot. 10: 39 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408845



Common Names

  • Alpinum Eriocaulon
  • Pipewort
  • Cotton-Wool Grass


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Description

Eriocaulon alpinum (also called Alpine pipewort, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with a rosette of basal leaves and a single flowerhead. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eriocaulon alpinum are small, yellowish-white, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have thin, delicate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon alpinum is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 10 cm in height. It prefers partial shade and moist soils. Propagation is usually done by division, which should be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a moist, shady location.

Where to Find Eriocaulon alpinum

Eriocaulon alpinum is found in the Himalayas, India, and Nepal.

Eriocaulon alpinum FAQ

What is the common name of Eriocaulon alpinum?

Alpine pipewort

What is the scientific name of Alpine pipewort?

Eriocaulon alpinum

What is the native range of Eriocaulon alpinum?

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

Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335074-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.