Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
microcephalum
ID:
412721

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1816

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 1: 253 (1816)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412053



Common Names

  • Microcephalum Pipewort
  • Eriocaulon microcephalum
  • Microcephalum Pipewort


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Description

Eriocaulon microcephalum (also called Small-Headed Pipewort, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has linear leaves and white flowers. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and wet woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon microcephalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocaulon microcephalum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and have three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon microcephalum is a small, tufted perennial plant that grows up to 15 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny habitats. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn and the plants should be spaced about 15 cm apart.

Where to Find Eriocaulon microcephalum

Eriocaulon microcephalum can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, primarily in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Eriocaulon microcephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon microcephalum?

Eriocaulon microcephalum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon microcephalum?

Small-headed Pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon microcephalum?

Wetlands and marshes

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