Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
flumineum
ID:
411406

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moldenke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 3: 411 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410738



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon flumineum
  • River Pipewort
  • River Eriocaulon


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Description

Eriocaulon flumineum (also called Flumineum Eriocaulon, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a stem that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Middle East and Central Asia, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon flumineum is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon flumineum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon flumineum is a small, evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. The plant can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Eriocaulon flumineum

Eriocaulon flumineum is native to India and can be found in moist, grassy areas.

Eriocaulon flumineum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon flumineum?

Eriocaulon flumineum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon flumineum?

River Pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon flumineum?

Moist grasslands and wetlands

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