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Eriocaulon cinereum

Eriocaulon cinereum is a perennial aquatic plant that primarily grows in wetlands or shallow waters.

Growth Characteristics- Environment: It prefers sunny locations and moist soil. It thrives in water and exhibits the most vigorous growth in environments with water temperatures between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius.
- Size: It typically grows to a height of 10 to 30 cm.
- Leaves: It has rectangular leaves with a length of approximately 5 to 15 cm.

Propagation Methods- Seed Propagation: It is generally propagated by seeds. Seeds are collected in the spring and sown in water to begin growing.
- Tillering Propagation: It can also be propagated by dividing a root ball into multiple parts.

Cultivation Methods- Planting: Plant along the edges of wetlands or ponds. When planting, ensure adequate spacing between plants.
- Care: Maintain sufficient moisture and remove weeds to prevent their growth. Uses in the Garden
- It is widely used as a waterside decoration in natural ponds. In particular, it offers excellent decorative effects in aquatic gardens or aquatic terrariums.

Important Pests and Control Methods
- Diseases: It is usually resistant to specific diseases, but mold may develop if humidity is excessively high. To prevent this, ensure good ventilation and smooth water circulation.
- Pests: It is generally resistant to pests, but rarely, freshwater snails may gnaw on the leaves. In such cases, damage can be minimized by removing them manually or using natural control methods (e.g., fish).

Silkworm puffball is an excellent plant for providing beautiful waterside landscapes in the garden due to its ease of growth and relatively low maintenance.

Plant Family	Grain-like plant
Height	5~15cm
Colors	white
Bloom Period	July to September
Water Needs	well
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-10°C

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