Eriocaulon setaceum — a medium houseplant, prefers full sun light
SPECIMEN · FROM THE LIBRARY
Eriocaulon setaceum

Eriocaulon Setaceum

Updated · 1 observations
ON THIS PLANT
A note from PlantMom

Eriocaulon sexangulare has strong resistance to disease and is usually not prone to illness. Nevertheless, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases present in its environment. These infections are normally not severe. Regarding care, this plant needs a moderate level of maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to preserve a neat appearance and support healthy growth. Fertilizing can also aid in encouraging flowering. Eriocaulon sexangulare is appropriate for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive plant-care experience. It may need more attention when grown indoors.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Eriocaulon Setaceum.

Light

Eriocaulon sexangulare hails from places exposed to copious amounts of sunlight, like the superficial perimeters of ponds and lakes. It thrives best in full sunlight, but can also withstand conditions of partial sunlight.

Temperature

Eriocaulon sexangulare hails from tropical regions with characteristically high temperatures and damp weather. This means it's thoroughly adjusted to humidity and heat, and doesn't respond well to rapid shifts in temperature. Keeping a steady temperature indoors is crucial for this plant. It generally doesn't withstand cooler temperatures and necessitates warmer conditions for growth. If the ambient temperature plunges exceedingly, the plant's growth may be stunted or it might even perish.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Eriocaulon
Family
Eriocaulaceae
Hardiness Zone
9-11
Mature Height
5 cm to 20 cm
Mature Spread
3 cm to 10 cm
Leaf Color
Light Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
0.25 cm to 0.51 cm
Bloom Time
Summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer
Harvest Time
Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
Native Area
Sri Lanka, India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Japan, Madagascar, Bangladesh, Laos, Thailand, China
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Setaceous-leaf pipewort
PLATES
Eriocaulon setaceum habit
PLATE 01 · habit
Eriocaulon setaceum habit
PLATE 02 · habit
Eriocaulon setaceum leaf
PLATE 03 · leaf
ALSO IN THE LIBRARY

You might also like.