Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
modicum
ID:
412821

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.M.Phillips

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 52: 68 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412153



Common Names

  • Modicum Pipewort
  • Modicum Pipeweed
  • Modicum Hat-rush


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Description

Eriocaulon modicum (also called Small 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 modicum is used as an ornamental plant and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon modicum has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a white-green hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon modicum is a perennial plant native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer or fall.

Where to Find Eriocaulon modicum

Eriocaulon modicum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Eriocaulon modicum FAQ

What are the common uses of Eriocaulon modicum?

Eriocaulon modicum is commonly used as a medicinal herb and as a source of food for livestock.

What is the optimal growing environment for Eriocaulon modicum?

Eriocaulon modicum prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the growth rate of Eriocaulon modicum?

Eriocaulon modicum has a moderate growth rate.

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:994710-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.