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gulf pipewort
Scientific Name: Eriocaulon koernickianum
Family: Eriocaulaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: AR (small-headed pipewort)
Gulf Pipewort (Eriocaulon koernickianum)
Eriocaulon koernickianum, commonly known as Gulf Pipewort, dwarf pipewort, or small-headed pipewort, is a fascinating plant found in specific regions of the United States.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Eriocaulon koernickianum van Heurck & Müll. Arg.
- Common Names: Gulf Pipewort, Dwarf Pipewort, Small-headed Pipewort, Dwarf Hatpins
- Family: Eriocaulaceae (Pipewort Family)
- Synonyms: None explicitly mentioned, but other Eriocaulon species (e.g., Eriocaulon compressum, Eriocaulon aquaticum) are also referred to as pipeworts.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the United States, specifically found in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Georgia, and Texas.
- Often found in boggy or aquatic environments, including shallow depressions or glacial basins.
Morphological Characteristics
- Classified as a forb/herb, meaning it is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
Additional Resources
- Encyclopedia of Life: Provides distribution information and articles about Eriocaulon koernickianum.
- Discover Life: Offers information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Gulf Pipewort.
- Dave's Garden: A community where gardeners share tips, ideas, seeds, and plants.
- USDA Plants Database: Contains information on Eriocaulon koernickianum.