Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
cristatum
ID:
410711

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex Körn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 27: 607 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410043



Common Names

  • Crested Hat-rush
  • Crested Hat-grass
  • Crested Pipewort


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Description

Eriocaulon cristatum (also called Crested Pipewort, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herb. It is native to tropical and subtropical Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is often found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon cristatum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, cough, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eriocaulon cristatum are small, white and have four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon cristatum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided and replanted in a sunny location.

Where to Find Eriocaulon cristatum

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

Eriocaulon cristatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon cristatum?

Eriocaulon cristatum

What is the habitat of Eriocaulon cristatum?

Eriocaulon cristatum is found in wet grasslands, marshes, and swamps.

What is the flowering season of Eriocaulon cristatum?

Eriocaulon cristatum flowers from May to July.

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

Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Friedrich August Körnicke (1828-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Körn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335215-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.