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Eriocaulon Aquaticum
''Eriocaulon aquaticum'' is a species of flowering plant in the family Eriocaulaceae. It is known by many common names such as the common pipewort, northern pipewort, seven-angled pipewort or hatpins. Description ''Eriocaulon aquaticum'' is a perennial plant reaching a maximum height of 20 cm on land, however it can reach heights of several feet when submerged underwater. Grass-like, basal leaves sprout from the base of the plant. Blooms are made up of multiple tiny flowers, which are held above the waterline on long, unbranched stems. The flowers are white and possess nectar glands near the tip of each petal to attract pollinating insects. Blooms are Monoecy, monoecious, with male flowers at the centre of the flowerhead and female flowers surrounding them. Distribution This species can only be found in the Northern Hemisphere, northern hemisphere. It is widespread throughout North America where it can be found the states of: Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Indiana, Maine, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
IUCN
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN; officially International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources) is an international organization working in the field of nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. It is involved in data gathering and analysis, research, field projects, advocacy, and education. IUCN's mission is to "influence, encourage and assist societies throughout the world to conserve nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable". Over the past decades, IUCN has widened its focus beyond conservation ecology and now incorporates issues related to sustainable development in its projects. IUCN does not itself aim to mobilize the public in support of nature conservation. It tries to influence the actions of governments, business and other stakeholders by providing information and advice and through building partnerships. The organization is best known to the wider ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
