Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
spongiosifolium
ID:
414788

Status:
valid

Authors:
Silveira

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Arq. Mus. Nac. Rio de Janeiro 23: 161 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000414120



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon spongiosifolium
  • Eriocaulon Spongiosifolium
  • Eriocaulon Spongiosifolium Plant


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Description

Eriocaulon spongiosifolium (also called Spongy-leaved Pipewort, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a tufted habit and linear leaves. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is found in wet meadows and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon spongiosifolium is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon spongiosifolium has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon spongiosifolium can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Eriocaulon spongiosifolium

Eriocaulon spongiosifolium is native to India.

Eriocaulon spongiosifolium FAQ

What type of plant is Eriocaulon spongiosifolium?

Eriocaulon spongiosifolium is a species of flowering plant in the family Eriocaulaceae.

Where is Eriocaulon spongiosifolium found?

Eriocaulon spongiosifolium is found in South America.

What is the growth habit of Eriocaulon spongiosifolium?

Eriocaulon spongiosifolium is a perennial herb that grows up to 10 cm in height.

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