Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
koernickianum
ID:
412247

Status:
valid

Authors:
Van Heurck & Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Observ. Bot. Descript. Pl. Nov. Herb. Van Heurckiani 1: 101 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411579



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon koernickianum
  • Koernicke's Pipewort
  • Pipewort


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Description

Eriocaulon koernickianum (also called Koernicke's pipewort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Eriocaulaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in moist grasslands, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon koernickianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon koernickianum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon koernickianum is a perennial herb that grows in wet soils in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The rhizomes can be divided in spring or autumn and planted in a moist, well-draining medium.

Where to Find Eriocaulon koernickianum

Eriocaulon koernickianum is found in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil.

Eriocaulon koernickianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon koernickianum?

Eriocaulon koernickianum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon koernickianum?

Koenicke's pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon koernickianum?

It is found in wet grasslands, marshes, and swamps

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

Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
Henri Ferdinand Van Heurck (1838-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van Heurck' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335413-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.