Eriocaulaceae · Eriocaulon

Eriocaulon cuspidatum

Herboutdoor
Habit
Herb
Found in India
Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka
Flowering
September-January

Plant Details

Scientific name
Eriocaulon cuspidatum
Genus
Eriocaulon
Habit
Herb
Habitat
Marshy areas in grasslands
Habitat type
Wetland, Grassland
Native to
India
Distribution
India
Found in India
Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka
Flowering & fruiting
September-January
Conservation status
Least Concern (LC)

Leaf characters

Arrangement
Basal
Simple type leaf character
Type
Simple
Entire margin leaf character
Margin
Entire
Parallel venation leaf character
Venation
Parallel

Typical of the Eriocaulaceae family — a field-mark hint, not measured for this exact species.

Flower & fruit characters

Flower symmetry
Variable
Inflorescence
Head
Fruit
Variable

Typical of the Eriocaulaceae family — flowering plants only; individual species can differ.

About Eriocaulon cuspidatum

Eriocaulon cuspidatum is a herb belonging to the Eriocaulaceae family (Pipewort Family). It is typically found in marshy areas in grasslands. It is native to India. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during September-January. Its conservation status has been assessed as Least Concern (LC).

Illustration representing the Eriocaulaceae family
Botanical family

Eriocaulaceae

Pipewort Family

Eriocaulon cuspidatum belongs to the Eriocaulaceae family.

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