Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
philippo-coburgii
ID:
413657

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szyszyl. ex Wawra

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Itin. Princ. S. Coburgi 2: 96 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412989



Common Names

  • Philippo-coburgii Pipewort
  • Philippo-coburgii Hat-rush
  • Philippo-coburgii Eriocaulon


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Description

Eriocaulon philippo-coburgii (also called 'Philippo-Coburg's Pipewort', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It has narrow, grass-like leaves and small white flowers. It grows in wet, marshy areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon philippo-coburgii is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocaulon philippo-coburgii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon philippo-coburgii is a perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from the clumps of the plant and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The divisions should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Eriocaulon philippo-coburgii

Eriocaulon philippo-coburgii can be found in wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Eriocaulon philippo-coburgii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon philippo-coburgii?

Eriocaulon philippo-coburgii

What are the common names of Eriocaulon philippo-coburgii?

Philippo-coburg's pipewort, Philippo-coburg's eriocaulon

What is the growth habit of Eriocaulon philippo-coburgii?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate growth habit

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

Heinrich Wawra von Fernsee (1831-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wawra' in the authors string.
Ignaz von Szyszyłowicz (1857-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szyszył.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335595-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.