Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
ligulatum
ID:
412473

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 124: 5 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411805



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon ligulatum
  • Ligulatum Pipewort
  • Ligulatum


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Synonyms

  • Eriocaulon ligulatum ligulatum [unknown]

Description

Eriocaulon ligulatum (also called Ligulate Pipewort, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers with three petals and grows in wet, marshy areas such as wetlands, swamps, and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon ligulatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon ligulatum has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a single seed per flower. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a rosette of leaves at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon ligulatum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps when they are actively growing.

Where to Find Eriocaulon ligulatum

Eriocaulon ligulatum can be found in wetland habitats in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Eriocaulon ligulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon ligulatum?

Eriocaulon ligulatum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon ligulatum?

Ligulatum Eriocaulon

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon ligulatum?

Tropical rainforests

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

José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:94404-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.