Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glochidiata
ID:
611778

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kral & L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bradea 3: 277 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611110



Common Names

  • Xyris glochidiata
  • Glochidiata Xyris
  • Glochidiate Yelloweyed Grass


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Description

Xyris glochidiata (also called long-styled yellow-eyed grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a height of 0.3–0.6 m. It is native to Africa, the Middle East, and India and is found in dry open habitats, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris glochidiata is used in traditional medicine as an antiseptic and as an astringent. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris glochidiata has yellow flowers with 3 petals and 3 sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris glochidiata can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Plant the rhizomes in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded area. The seed should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded area. The seedlings should be kept moist until established.

Where to Find Xyris glochidiata

Xyris glochidiata can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Xyris glochidiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris glochidiata?

Xyris glochidiata

What is the common name of Xyris glochidiata?

Glochidiate Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris glochidiata?

Xyris glochidiata is native to tropical Africa and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

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 Kral (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kral' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270065-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.