Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
arechavaletae
ID:
409670

Status:
valid

Authors:
Herter

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Revista Sudamer. Bot. 2: 125 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409002



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon arechavaletae
  • Arechavaletae Eriocaulon
  • Arechavaletae Pipewort


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Description

Eriocaulon arechavaletae (also called Arechavaleta's pipewort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of streams and ponds. Its leaves are linear, and its flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon arechavaletae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocaulon arechavaletae is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon arechavaletae is a small, tufted, perennial herb that grows in wet, marshy areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Eriocaulon arechavaletae

Eriocaulon arechavaletae is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Venezuela.

Eriocaulon arechavaletae FAQ

What is the common name of Eriocaulon arechavaletae?

Arechavaleta's Pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon arechavaletae?

Rivers, streams, and wetlands in South Korea

How often should Eriocaulon arechavaletae be watered?

Once a week during the summer months and once every two weeks during the winter months

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