Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cachimbensis
ID:
610081

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm. & Downs

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 12: 249 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000609413



Common Names

  • Xyris Cachimbensis
  • Cachimbensis Yellow-Eyed Grass
  • Cachimbensis Xyris


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Description

Xyris cachimbensis (also called Cachimbo Xyris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to tropical South America and grows in wet, open areas, such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris cachimbensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris cachimbensis is yellow and has three petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris cachimbensis can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with small, yellow flowers.

Where to Find Xyris cachimbensis

Xyris cachimbensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Xyris cachimbensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris cachimbensis?

Xyris cachimbensis

What is the natural habitat of Xyris cachimbensis?

Xyris cachimbensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

What are the common uses of Xyris cachimbensis?

Xyris cachimbensis is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine.

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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
Robert Jack Downs (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Downs' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:269995-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.