Eriocaulon maronderanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maronderanum
ID:
412633
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.M.Phillips
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 51: 646 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411965
Common Names
- Maronderanum Pipewort
- Maronderanum Hat
- Maronderanum Eriocaulon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eriocaulon maronderanum (also called Marondera Pipewort, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with white flowers and a spreading habit. It is native to Africa, and is found in wetlands and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Eriocaulon maronderanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eriocaulon maronderanum has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Eriocaulon maronderanum is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in moist soil. Once established, Eriocaulon maronderanum can be divided in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Eriocaulon maronderanum
Eriocaulon maronderanum is native to tropical Africa and can be found in wet, marshy areas.
Eriocaulon maronderanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon maronderanum?
Eriocaulon maronderanum
What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon maronderanum?
Eriocaulon maronderanum is found in wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions.
What are the common names of Eriocaulon maronderanum?
Eriocaulon maronderanum is commonly known as Maronderan pipewort.
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
Sylvia Mabel Phillips (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.M.Phillips' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:992362-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.