Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
neglectum
ID:
413125

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruhland

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 30: 59 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412457



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon neglectum
  • Neglected pipewort
  • Eriocaulon pipewort


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Description

Eriocaulon neglectum (also called Neglected pipewort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of linear leaves and produces small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas in montane grasslands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon neglectum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food additive and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon neglectum has small, white flowers with five petals and a single pistil. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon neglectum is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. 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 should be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Eriocaulon neglectum

Eriocaulon neglectum can be found in South Africa.

Eriocaulon neglectum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon neglectum?

Eriocaulon neglectum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon neglectum?

Neglected Pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon neglectum?

It is found in wet grasslands, marshes, and other wetland habitats.

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

Wilhelm Ruhland (1878-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruhland' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:94437-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.