Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
atratum
ID:
409752

Status:
valid

Authors:
Körn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 27: 610 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409084



Common Names

  • Atratum Pipewort
  • Atratum Hat-rush
  • Atratum Eriocaulon


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Description

Eriocaulon atratum (also called Black Pipewort, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to the mountains of Europe and Asia. It has a compact, rounded shape with a dense canopy of short, dark green leaves. It is found in moist, well-drained soils in coniferous forests and can tolerate full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eriocaulon atratum are small, yellow-green and inconspicuous. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, dark green and conical in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon atratum can be propagated through seed or division. It should be grown in a sunny spot in moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize every few weeks. Prune in late winter or early spring to keep the plant looking tidy.

Where to Find Eriocaulon atratum

Eriocaulon atratum is native to the wetter parts of Queensland, Australia.

Eriocaulon atratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon atratum?

Eriocaulon atratum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon atratum?

Black pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon atratum?

It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and swamps

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