Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coutensis
ID:
610740

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wand. & Cerati

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 39: 300 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610072



Common Names

  • Coutensis Xyris
  • Couto's Xyris
  • Couto's Grass


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Description

Xyris coutensis (also called Coutinho's Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the southeastern United States. It has yellow flowers, and grows in open woods, thickets and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris coutensis is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces attractive yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris coutensis has a yellow flower with 3 petals and 3 sepals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have a single leaf with a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Xyris coutensis: Xyris coutensis is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be planted in the spring or fall in a sandy, well-drained soil. The plant should be divided in the spring or fall to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Xyris coutensis

Xyris coutensis is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Xyris coutensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris coutensis?

Xyris coutensis

What is the common name of Xyris coutensis?

Coutinho's Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris coutensis?

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

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

Maria das Graças Lapa Wanderley (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wand.' in the authors string.
T.M. Cerati: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cerati' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:932197-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.