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Eriophorum gracile

Eriophorum gracile

About

Eriophorum gracile is a species of flowering plant in the sedge family, Cyperaceae. It is known by the common name slender cottongrass, or slender cottonsedge. Eriophorum gracile is a plant with circumboreal distribution, extending south into mountain ranges of the Northern Hemisphere. It grows in wet areas such as bogs.

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How to use it

Slender cottongrass can be used in ecological restoration projects, as it helps stabilize wetland areas and provides habitat for wildlife. Its unique structure also makes it a fascinating addition to natural gardens, promoting biodiversity.

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Ecology

How it lives

Propagated by
Seed
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Name
Eriophorum gracile
Slug
eriophorum-gracile
Kingdom
Plantae
Family
Cyperaceae
Genus
Eriophorum
Species
gracile
Wikidata QID
Q161743
Propagule type
seed
Container suitable
No
Indoor suitable
No
OSSI pledged
No
Hazard level
1
Data completeness
43

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