Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
ekmannii
ID:
411157

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruhland

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 22: 30 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410489



Common Names

  • Ekmann's Pipewort
  • Ekmannii Pipewort
  • Eriocaulon Ekmannii


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Description

Eriocaulon ekmannii (also called 'Ekmann's Pipewort' and 'Ekmann's Eriocaulon', among many other common names) is a small, tufted perennial herb native to East Asia. It has a rosette of basal leaves and an erect stem up to 30 cm tall. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon ekmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocaulon ekmannii is small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon ekmannii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can be propagated by taking cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Eriocaulon ekmannii

Eriocaulon ekmannii is native to tropical Africa.

Eriocaulon ekmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon ekmannii?

Eriocaulon ekmannii

What is the common name of Eriocaulon ekmannii?

Ekmann's Pipewort

Where does Eriocaulon ekmannii originate from?

Tropical Africa

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

Wilhelm Ruhland (1878-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruhland' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:94358-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.