Tall pipewort
Eriocaulon australe
Family: Eriocaulaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows 30-100 cm tall. The leaves are in tufts near the roots. The leaves are 60 cm long and slightly hairy. The flowers are small and compact and white to grey.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It suits moist places and swamps.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Cambodia, China, Malaysia, Pacific, Thailand, Vietnam
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Ash - salt