Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
xenopodion
ID:
415430

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Koyama

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 84: 374 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000414762



Common Names

  • Eriocaulon xenopodion
  • Xenopod Pipewort
  • Xenopod Hatpin Grass


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Description

Eriocaulon xenopodion (also called 'Xenopod Hat Pin Grass' and 'Xenopod Hatpin Grass', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in moist, shady places and is characterized by its long, slender stems and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocaulon xenopodion is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used to provide shade and shelter for other plants, as well as to attract birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocaulon xenopodion has small, white flowers with three petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocaulon xenopodion is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the root clumps. It prefers partial shade and moist soil. It can be grown in containers, or in the ground. It is a slow-growing plant and can take several years to reach its full size.

Where to Find Eriocaulon xenopodion

Eriocaulon xenopodion is native to India and can be found in gardens, parks, and other cultivated areas.

Eriocaulon xenopodion FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocaulon xenopodion?

Eriocaulon xenopodion

What is the common name of Eriocaulon xenopodion?

Xenopodion pipewort

What is the natural habitat of Eriocaulon xenopodion?

It is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and bogs

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

Mitsuo Koyama (1885-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koyama' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:335862-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.