Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
disepalum
ID:
411037

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
J. Fed. Malay States Mus. 10: 155 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410369



Common Names

  • Disepalum Eriocaulon
  • Eriocaulon disepalum
  • Eriocaulon


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Description

Eriocaulon disepalum (also called Disepalum pipewort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Eriocaulaceae family. It is native to Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The plant grows in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon disepalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocaulon disepalum is white and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon disepalum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Eriocaulon disepalum

Eriocaulon disepalum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Eriocaulon disepalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon disepalum?

Eriocaulon disepalum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon disepalum?

Two-petal Pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon disepalum?

Eriocaulon disepalum is native to tropical Africa and Asia.

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