Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
longicuspe
ID:
412508

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 6: 573 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411840



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon longicuspe
  • Longicuspe Pipewort
  • Longicuspe


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Description

Eriocaulon longicuspe (also called Long-spiked Pipewort, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic plant native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It grows in shallow water or in wet soils in marshes, swamps, and other wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon longicuspe is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, and as a soil-improving crop. It is also used as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriocaulon longicuspe var. longicuspe
Eriocaulon longicuspe var. zeylanicum Moldenke

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon longicuspe has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon longicuspe is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or fall and cover lightly with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to 6-8 inches apart. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Eriocaulon longicuspe

Eriocaulon longicuspe can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Eriocaulon longicuspe FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon longicuspe?

Eriocaulon longicuspe

What is the common name of Eriocaulon longicuspe?

Long-spiked Pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon longicuspe?

Mudflats, 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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335449-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.