Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
missionum
ID:
412791

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cast.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Pl. Argent. 3: 88 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412123



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon
  • Eriocaulon missionum
  • Mission Pipewort


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Description

Eriocaulon missionum (also called Mission Pipewort, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It grows to a height of 10-20 cm and has linear leaves. Its flowers are white or yellow and it is found in wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon missionum is used as an ornamental plant and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon missionum has small, white flowers with yellow centers that grow in clusters. The seeds are tiny and black, and the seedlings have thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon missionum is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers warm, humid climates and should be grown in a well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter. It should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Eriocaulon missionum

Eriocaulon missionum can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and wet woods in North America, Europe, and temperate Asia.

Eriocaulon missionum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon missionum?

Eriocaulon missionum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon missionum?

Mission Eriocaulon

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon missionum?

Meadows and grasslands

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

Alberto Castellanos (1896-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cast.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:94431-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.