Tenangle Pipewort
Eriocaulon decangulare
Last reviewed: June 2026
The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Tenangle Pipewort as toxic to livestock.
Light
part sun
Water
high
Size
4"–12" H × 2"–6" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, AR, DE, FL and 11 more states
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Tenangle pipewort is a small wetland perennial that forms compact clumps of narrow, grass-like leaves. It produces distinctive white, button-like flower heads on slender stems from July through September. This plant requires consistently moist to wet soil conditions and thrives in bog gardens or rain gardens.
In an HOA neighborhood
Tenangle Pipewort takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Requires wet soil conditions difficult to maintain in typical landscapes
- Very small size and grass-like appearance can look weedy
- Specialized wetland plant appears out of place in conventional gardens
Wildlife value
While specific pollinator data is limited, the small white flowers likely attract tiny flies and other minor pollinators during the summer blooming period.
Common questions
- How much sun does Tenangle Pipewort need?
- Tenangle Pipewort grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Tenangle Pipewort bloom?
- Tenangle Pipewort blooms in July, August, and September.
- Where is Tenangle Pipewort native?
- Tenangle Pipewort (Eriocaulon decangulare) is native to AL, AR, DE, FL and 11 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- Is Tenangle Pipewort toxic to livestock?
- The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Tenangle Pipewort as toxic to livestock.
- Is Tenangle Pipewort HOA-friendly?
- Tenangle Pipewort takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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