Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
kulumi
ID:
1552286

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.C.O.Chagas & Giul.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 74(1)-9: 2 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000032220



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon kulumi
  • Kulumi Pipewort
  • Kulumi Eriocaulon


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Description

Eriocaulon kulumi (also called 'Kulumi Pipewort', among many other common names) is a small, tufted herb with narrow, grass-like leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical regions in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon kulumi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon kulumi has small, white flowers with awns. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon kulumi is a perennial grass that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in early spring or late summer. Plant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Eriocaulon kulumi

Eriocaulon kulumi is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Eriocaulon kulumi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon kulumi?

Eriocaulon kulumi

What is the common name of Eriocaulon kulumi?

Kulumi Pipewort

What is the habitat of Eriocaulon kulumi?

Moist to wet soils in open areas

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77194099-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.