Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ambigua
ID:
609283

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beyr. ex Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 4: 13 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608615



Common Names

  • Ambigua Xyris
  • Ambiguous Yellow-eyed-grass
  • Ambiguous Yellow-eyed-grass-sedge


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Description

Xyris ambigua (also called ambiguous yellow-eyed grass, among many other common names) is a perennial, herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and produces yellow flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests, cloud forests, and other tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris ambigua is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris ambigua has three yellow petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris ambigua can be propagated by seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require plenty of light and regular watering.

Where to Find Xyris ambigua

Xyris ambigua can be found in the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida.

Xyris ambigua FAQ

What is Xyris ambigua?

Xyris ambigua is a species of plant in the family Xyridaceae.

Where is Xyris ambigua found?

Xyris ambigua is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

What are the uses of Xyris ambigua?

Xyris ambigua has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Species in the Xyris genus

Xyris aberdarica, Xyris acrophila, Xyris affinis, Xyris albescens, Xyris almae, Xyris ambigua, Xyris amorimii, Xyris anceps, Xyris andina, Xyris angularis, Xyris angustifolia, Xyris anisophylla, Xyris apureana, Xyris aquatica, Xyris aracamunae, Xyris arachnoidea, Xyris araracuarae, Xyris archeri, Xyris aristata, Xyris asperula, Xyris asterotricha, Xyris atrata, Xyris atriceps, Xyris atrovirida, Xyris augusto-coburgii, Xyris aurea, Xyris bahiana, Xyris baldwiniana, Xyris bampsii, Xyris bancana, Xyris barteri, Xyris bialata, Xyris bicarinata, Xyris bicephala, Xyris bicostata, Xyris bissei, Xyris blanchetiana, Xyris blepharophylla, Xyris boliviana, Xyris borneensis, Xyris brachyfolia, Xyris brachysepala, Xyris bracteata, Xyris brevifolia, Xyris byssacea, Xyris cachimbensis, Xyris calcicola, Xyris calderonii, Xyris calostachys, Xyris caparaoensis,

Species in the Xyridaceae family

Abolboda abbreviata, Abolboda acaulis, Abolboda acicularis, Abolboda americana, Abolboda bella, Abolboda ciliata, Abolboda dunstervillei, Abolboda ebracteata, Abolboda egleri, Abolboda glomerata, Abolboda grandis, Abolboda killipii, Abolboda linearifolia, Abolboda macrostachya, Abolboda neblinae, Abolboda paniculata, Abolboda poarchon, Abolboda pulchella, Abolboda scabrida, Abolboda sprucei, Abolboda uniflora, Abolboda granularis, Achlyphila disticha, Aratitiyopea lopezii, Orectanthe ptaritepuiana, Orectanthe sceptrum, Xyris aberdarica, Xyris acrophila, Xyris affinis, Xyris albescens, Xyris almae, Xyris ambigua, Xyris amorimii, Xyris anceps, Xyris andina, Xyris angularis, Xyris angustifolia, Xyris anisophylla, Xyris apureana, Xyris aquatica, Xyris aracamunae, Xyris arachnoidea, Xyris araracuarae, Xyris archeri, Xyris aristata, Xyris asperula, Xyris asterotricha, Xyris atrata, Xyris atriceps, Xyris atrovirida,

References

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Heinrich Karl Beyrich (1796-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beyr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:321292-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.