Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
complanata
ID:
610569

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 256 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000609901



Common Names

  • Complanata Hairgrass
  • Complanata Xyris
  • Complanata Grass


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Description

Xyris complanata (also called Flat-leaved Xyris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the United States. It has a short stem, with a tuft of leaves at the base, and a single inflorescence at the top. The leaves are linear, with a pointed tip, and the inflorescence is a spike of yellow flowers. It is found in open fields and forest edges, in areas with sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris complanata is used in the garden as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a groundcover to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris complanata is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and delicate with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris complanata is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in late summer or early autumn and should be planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Xyris complanata

Xyris complanata can be found in the southeastern United States.

Xyris complanata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris complanata?

Xyris complanata

What is the common name of Xyris complanata?

Flat-top yelloweyed grass

What type of soil does Xyris complanata prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

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

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:871397-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.