Eriocaulon oreadum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oreadum
ID:
413373
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.Royen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1959
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea, Bot. 10: 34 (1959)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412705
Common Names
- Eriocaulon oreadum
- Eriocaulon olivereum
- Eriocaulon oinereum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eriocaulon oreadum (also called Oread Pipewort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayas, India, and Southeast Asia. It has a short stem with small, white flowers and narrow, grass-like leaves. It typically grows in wet, marshy areas and can be found in shallow ponds, streams, and other wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Eriocaulon oreadum is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, and as an astringent and antiseptic. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eriocaulon oreadum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, thin stem.
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Eriocaulon oreadum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and can tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It is best grown in a container or in a rock garden.
Where to Find Eriocaulon oreadum
Eriocaulon oreadum can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, as well as parts of North Africa and the Middle East.
Eriocaulon oreadum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon oreadum?
Eriocaulon oreadum
What type of plant is Eriocaulon oreadum?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant.
Where is Eriocaulon oreadum found?
It is found in the southeastern United States.
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
Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335564-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.