Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
comptonii
ID:
410614

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rendle

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 45: 259 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409946



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon comptonii
  • Compton's Eriocaulon
  • Compton Eriocaulon


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Description

Eriocaulon comptonii (also called Compton's pipewort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with narrow leaves and small white flowers. It is native to India and is found in wet grasslands and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon comptonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Eriocaulon comptonii are small and white with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds of Eriocaulon comptonii are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Eriocaulon comptonii have small, oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon comptonii is a perennial plant, native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a warm, moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Eriocaulon comptonii

Eriocaulon comptonii is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Eriocaulon comptonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon comptonii?

Eriocaulon comptonii

What is the family of Eriocaulon comptonii?

Eriocaulaceae

What is the common name of Eriocaulon comptonii?

Compton's Eriocaulon

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