Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hymenachne
ID:
612123

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Flora 24(2 Beibl.): 55 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611455



Common Names

  • Xyris hymenachne
  • Hymenachne Xyris
  • Hymenachne Xyris


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Description

Xyris hymenachne (also called Xyris hymenachne, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has small yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris hymenachne is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Xyris hymenachne are small, white and star-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris hymenachne is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds in a sunny spot in well-draining soil and keep the soil moist until germination. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted to their permanent location. Xyris hymenachne can also be propagated from division of the clumps in early spring.

Where to Find Xyris hymenachne

Xyris hymenachne is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a herbaceous plant and can be found growing in open areas.

Xyris hymenachne FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris hymenachne?

Xyris hymenachne

What is the common name of Xyris hymenachne?

Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the family of Xyris hymenachne?

Xyridaceae

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,