Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.L.Turner) D.R.Morgan & R.L.Hartm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Sida 20(4): 1405 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031851
Common Names
- Xanthisma
- Resting Grass
- Restiforme Grass
Description
Xanthisma restiforme (also called the Restinga False-daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It typically grows to a height of 0.5-1 m, with a woody stem and long, lanceolate leaves. It prefers to grow in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Xanthisma restiforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Xanthisma restiforme has yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Xanthisma restiforme is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Xanthisma restiforme
Xanthisma restiforme is found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas.
Xanthisma restiforme FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xanthisma restiforme?
Xanthisma restiforme
What is the common name of Xanthisma restiforme?
Restiform Bursage
What is the natural habitat of Xanthisma restiforme?
Dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides
Species in the Xanthisma genus
Xanthisma grindelioides,
Xanthisma johnstonii,
Xanthisma viscidum,
Xanthisma restiforme,
Xanthisma blephariphyllum,
Xanthisma spinulosum,
Xanthisma rhizomatum,
Xanthisma gypsophilum,
Xanthisma gracile,
Xanthisma arenarium,
Xanthisma crutchfieldii,
Xanthisma texanum,
Xanthisma wigginsii,
Xanthisma junceum,
Xanthisma gymnocephalum,
Xanthisma coloradoense,
Xanthisma stenolobum,
Xanthisma gracilis,
Xanthisma pseudorestiforme,
Xanthisma scabrellum,
Xanthisma paradoxum,
Xanthisma blephariphylla,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,