Xyris labatii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
labatii
ID:
571
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rakoton., Callm. & Phillipson
Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Candollea 69: 175 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315025
Common Names
- Xyris labatii
- Labat's Xyris
- Madagascar Xyris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Xyris labatii (also called Labat's Xyris, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It has a single stem and a rounded crown, with leaves that are oblong-lanceolate in shape and have a glossy green color. It is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands, as well as in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Xyris labatii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for animals and humans.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Xyris labatii is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Xyris labatii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.
Where to Find Xyris labatii
Xyris labatii is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern and northern parts of the country.
Xyris labatii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xyris labatii?
Xyris labatii
What is the natural habitat of Xyris labatii?
It is found in humid forests in Madagascar.
What is the size of Xyris labatii?
It is a small herbaceous plant, usually reaching a height of 10-20 cm.
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
Nivohenintsoa Rakotonirina: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rakoton.' in the authors string.
Peter B. Phillipson (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phillipson' in the authors string.
Martin Wilhelm Callmander (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Callm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77144429-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.