Eriocaulon longibracteatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longibracteatum
ID:
1540906
Status:
valid
Authors:
Khorngton, Soulad. & Praj.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 75(1)-20: 2 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022384
Common Names
- Eriocaulon longibracteatum
- Long-bract Eriocaulon
- Longbract Eriocaulon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eriocaulon longibracteatum (also called Long-bracted Eriocaulon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Eriocaulaceae. It is native to South America and is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It typically grows in wet forests, in open areas, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Eriocaulon longibracteatum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has also been used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, rheumatism and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eriocaulon longibracteatum is a white, 5-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf with a pointed tip.
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Eriocaulon longibracteatum can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. When propagating from seeds, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist but not wet. When propagating from cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy plant and place it in a pot with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Eriocaulon longibracteatum
Eriocaulon longibracteatum is native to Brazil. It can be found in wet, humid areas, such as rainforests and swamps.
Eriocaulon longibracteatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon longibracteatum?
Eriocaulon longibracteatum
What type of plant is Eriocaulon longibracteatum?
Herb
Where is Eriocaulon longibracteatum native to?
India
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:77206329-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.