Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
parvitepalum
ID:
413587

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kimp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Florist. Geobot. 39: 341 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412919



Common Names

  • Small-petalled Pipewort
  • Small-petalled Eriocaulon
  • Small-petalled Hatpin Grass


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Description

Eriocaulon parvitepalum (also called Common Eriocaulon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, and grows up to 1.5m tall. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon parvitepalum has been used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal herb for treating skin conditions. It has also been used as a food preservative and as a thickening agent in soups and sauces.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocaulon parvitepalum is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon parvitepalum can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division of the rootstock should be done in the spring or autumn. The plants should be grown in a sunny position in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Eriocaulon parvitepalum

Eriocaulon parvitepalum is found in India.

Eriocaulon parvitepalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon parvitepalum?

Eriocaulon parvitepalum

What is the common name of Eriocaulon parvitepalum?

Small-tepaled Pipewort

What is the family of Eriocaulon parvitepalum?

Eriocaulaceae

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

Victor Kimpouni: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kimp.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:981408-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.