Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
odontospermum
ID:
413338

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.J.Leach

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 13: 764 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412670



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon odontospermum
  • Tooth-seeded Pipewort
  • Tooth-seeded Pipewort Grass


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Description

Eriocaulon odontospermum (also called 'Tooth-seeded Pipewort', among many other common names) is a species of pipewort native to the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial herb with small, white flowers and leaves divided into three leaflets. It grows in wet, marshy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon odontospermum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon odontospermum has small, white flowers that form in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon odontospermum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in well-drained, moist soil in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in dry areas. It is also tolerant of poor soils and can be grown in areas with low fertility. It is an excellent choice for a low-maintenance garden.

Where to Find Eriocaulon odontospermum

Eriocaulon odontospermum is native to India.

Eriocaulon odontospermum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon odontospermum?

Eriocaulon odontospermum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon odontospermum?

Pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon odontospermum?

Bogs, marshes, and wet meadows

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

Gregory Leach (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.J.Leach' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1017162-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.