Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
homotepalum
ID:
411829

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Koyama

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 84: 370 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411161



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon homotepalum
  • Homotepalous Eriocaulon
  • Homotepalous


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Description

Eriocaulon homotepalum (also called Eriocaulon homotepalum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist grasslands and wet meadows. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem that can reach up to 30 cm in height. The leaves are linear and have a hairy surface.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon homotepalum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocaulon homotepalum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a dark-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon homotepalum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Eriocaulon homotepalum

Eriocaulon homotepalum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and parts of Africa.

Eriocaulon homotepalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon homotepalum?

Eriocaulon homotepalum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon homotepalum?

Homotepalum pipewort

What is the distribution of Eriocaulon homotepalum?

It is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East

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

Mitsuo Koyama (1885-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koyama' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335371-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.