Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
distichoides
ID:
411039

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mangen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Blumea 31: 487 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410371



Common Names

  • Distichoides Eriocaulon
  • Eriocaulon distichoides
  • Eriocaulon


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Description

Eriocaulon distichoides (also called Distichous Pipewort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is a perennial herb with linear leaves and white flowers. It can reach up to 30 cm in height, and is found in moist and shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon distichoides 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 distichoides 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 distichoides 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 distichoides

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

Eriocaulon distichoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon distichoides?

Eriocaulon distichoides

What is the common name of Eriocaulon distichoides?

Distichous Pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon distichoides?

Eriocaulon distichoides 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,