Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
altogibbosum
ID:
409521

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruhland ex Pilg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 30: 146 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408853



Common Names

  • Altogibbosum Eriocaulon
  • Pipewort
  • Cotton-Wool Grass


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Description

Eriocaulon altogibbosum (also called High-gibbous 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 altogibbosum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon altogibbosum has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon altogibbosum 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 altogibbosum

Eriocaulon altogibbosum is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Eriocaulon altogibbosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon altogibbosum?

Eriocaulon altogibbosum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon altogibbosum?

High-humped Pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon altogibbosum?

Eriocaulon altogibbosum is native to tropical Africa

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