Eriocaulon deightonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
deightonii
ID:
410891
Status:
valid
Authors:
Meikle
Source:
wcs
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 22: 143 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410223
Common Names
- Deightonii Eriocaulon
- Eriocaulon deightonii
- Deightonii Four-lobed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eriocaulon deightonii (also called Deighton's Pipewort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Eriocaulaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa. It is an annual herbaceous plant with small, white flowers. It is found in wet grasslands and shallow water.
Uses & Benefits
Eriocaulon deightonii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in hanging baskets and as a ground cover. It has a long flowering season and is known for its bright blue and white flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eriocaulon deightonii is a small, white to pale yellow star-shaped flower. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of true leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eriocaulon deightonii can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is best to water regularly and fertilize occasionally. Pruning may be necessary to keep the plant looking its best.
Where to Find Eriocaulon deightonii
Eriocaulon deightonii is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Eriocaulon deightonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon deightonii?
Eriocaulon deightonii
What type of plant is Eriocaulon deightonii?
It is a grass
Where is Eriocaulon deightonii native to?
It is native to India
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
Robert Desmond Meikle (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meikle' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335231-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.