Description
Eriocaulon lanigerum (also called Woolly Eriocaulon, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to Japan and China. It has narrow, linear leaves and small white flowers that grow in clusters on the end of long stems. It is covered in white, woolly hairs, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Eriocaulon lanigerum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriocaulon lanigerum is a herbaceous perennial that grows in wet soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding.
Where to Find Eriocaulon lanigerum
Eriocaulon lanigerum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.