Eriocaulon madagascariense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
madagascariense
ID:
412572
Status:
valid
Authors:
Moldenke
Source:
wcs
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 3: 414 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411904
Common Names
- Eriocaulon madagascariense
- Madagascar Pipewort
- Pipewort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eriocaulon madagascariense (also called Madagascar 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 madagascariense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to provide food and shelter for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eriocaulon madagascariense is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eriocaulon madagascariense is a perennial herb that is native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best grown in a sunny location with regular watering.
Where to Find Eriocaulon madagascariense
Eriocaulon madagascariense is native to Madagascar. It can be found in moist, sandy soils in open meadows and woodlands.
Eriocaulon madagascariense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon madagascariense?
Eriocaulon madagascariense
What type of plant is Eriocaulon madagascariense?
It is a flowering plant.
Where is Eriocaulon madagascariense found?
It is found in Madagascar.
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
Harold Norman Moldenke (1909-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moldenke' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335464-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.