Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
pallidum
ID:
413438

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 254 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412770



Common Names

  • Pallidum Eriocaulon
  • Pale Eriocaulon
  • Pale Pipewort


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Description

Eriocaulon pallidum (also called Pallid Pipewort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India, China, and Japan. It grows in wet, marshy areas and prefers full sun or partial shade. It has slender, grass-like leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon pallidum is used as an emollient, astringent, and antiseptic. It has anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties and can be used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a natural preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon pallidum has small yellow flowers that are arranged in a head-like cluster. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon pallidum can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Eriocaulon pallidum

Eriocaulon pallidum is native to South America and can be found in wetland areas, such as marshes, swamps, and bogs.

Eriocaulon pallidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon pallidum?

Eriocaulon pallidum

What are the common names of Eriocaulon pallidum?

Pale Pipewort, Pale Eriocaulon

What is the habitat of Eriocaulon pallidum?

It is found in wet, marshy areas of the eastern 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

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335571-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.