Status:
valid
Authors:
Kimp.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Fragm. Florist. Geobot. 39: 355 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000414155
Common Names
- Eriocaulon stipantepalum
- Stipantepalum Eriocaulon
- Eriocaulon
Description
Eriocaulon stipantepalum (also called Stipantepalum 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 stipantepalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flowers are small and white, with a yellow center. Seeds are small and round, with a black, shiny surface. Seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriocaulon stipantepalum is a small, evergreen perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is also tolerant of drought and salt spray. It can be propagated from cuttings or division of the clumps. It is best to divide the clumps in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Eriocaulon stipantepalum
Eriocaulon stipantepalum is native to South America. It can be found in moist, sandy soils.
Eriocaulon stipantepalum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon stipantepalum?
Eriocaulon stipantepalum
What is the common name of Eriocaulon stipantepalum?
Stipantepalum Eriocaulon
What is the family of Eriocaulon stipantepalum?
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.