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sevenangle pipewort
Scientific Name: Eriocaulon aquaticum
Family: Eriocaulaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: MD (seven-angled pipewort)
Sevenangle Pipewort (Eriocaulon aquaticum)
The Sevenangle Pipewort, scientifically known as Eriocaulon aquaticum, is a common aquatic plant found in various regions. This page provides information about its taxonomy, distribution, and other interesting facts.
Common Names
- Sevenangle Pipewort
- Seven-angle Pipewort
- Common Pipewort
- Hatpins
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Eriocaulon aquaticum (Hill) Druce
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Synonyms:
- Eriocaulon septangulare Withering
- Eriocaulon pellucidum Michx.
- Eriocaulon septangulare
- Family: Eriocaulaceae (Pipewort Family)
Distribution and Habitat
- Eriocaulon aquaticum is described as the most common and widespread of several species of pipewort in the East.
- It has been found in Jackson County, WI and Baxter State Park, Maine.
- The USDA also indicates its presence in certain regions (specific regions not stated in the given text).
- It often inhabits aquatic environments such as lakes, growing alongside plants like soft rush and spikerush.
Morphological Characteristics
- It is a forb/herb, meaning it is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
- It possesses an aquatic button-like flower head with dimensions of 1/8 to 3/8 inch.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Found in conjunction with other aquatic plants such as Myriophyllum humile (low water milfoil) and Utricularia radiata (floating bladderwort).
- Shares habitat with animals such as the swamp spreadwing damselfly and the rare mottled darner.
Further Information
- USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
- Dave's Garden
- Wisconsin State Herbarium