Plants in genus eriocaulon
Eriocaulon decangulare
Eriocaulon decangulare is a bog-dwelling plant from the Southeast US, featuring fleshy grass-like basal foliage. It produces 10-inch naked flower spikes with white mushroom-like buttons, adding a unique texture to gardens. This plant is propagated from a roadside population in Brunswick County, NC, and thrives in sunny locations, making it a distinctive choice for ornamental grass displays.
Eriocaulon cinereum
Eriocaulon cinereum is a small and attractive pipewort plant that requires softer water and a rich substrate. It thrives under intense lighting and needs CO2 injection for optimal growth. This plant is an excellent addition to the foreground of aquariums, providing a unique texture and appearance. Rarely sold outside the hobbyist marketplace, Eriocaulon cinereum is a prized plant for aquarium enthusiasts. Its slow growth rate and specific care requirements make it a challenging but rewarding plant to cultivate.
Eriocaulon quinquangulare
This exotic species with red-based leaves is dispersed from Pakistan to Vietnam and found in damp areas. It requires abundant light, a nutrient-dense substrate, and a CO2 source, growing as an emergent plant valuable for paludariums and ripariums.