Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
itambensis
ID:
612309

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kral & Wand.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 75: 355 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611641



Common Names

  • Xyris itambensis
  • Itambé Xyris
  • Itambé Yellow-eyed Grass


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Description

Xyris itambensis (also called Itambé Yellow-Eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has narrow, linear leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in wet, sandy soils and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris itambensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its fragrant flowers attract bees and butterflies. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris itambensis is yellow, with a long, thin style. The seed is small, brown, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris itambensis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant in moist, sandy soils. To propagate by seed, sow in spring or autumn in moist, sandy soils. Keep the soil moist and the seedlings should emerge within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Xyris itambensis

Xyris itambensis is native to South America, particularly Brazil.

Xyris itambensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris itambensis?

Xyris itambensis

What is the common name of Xyris itambensis?

Itambensis Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris itambensis?

Dry, open areas in the southeastern United States

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.
Maria das Graças Lapa Wanderley (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wand.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:287118-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.