Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lagoinhae
ID:
612554

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kral & L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Bradea 3: 57 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611886



Common Names

  • Cliffordia Bicolor
  • Cliffordia Spectabilis
  • Climacoptera Sukaczevii


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Description

Xyris lagoinhae (also called Lagoinha's Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has a basal rosette of leaves which are linear in shape and have a smooth margin. The flowers are yellow and have a short corolla tube. It grows in wet meadows, marshes, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris lagoinhae is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris lagoinhae is white in color and has a star-shaped shape. The seed of this plant is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris lagoinhae is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11.

Where to Find Xyris lagoinhae

Xyris lagoinhae can be found in wetland habitats in the southeastern United States, Mexico, and Central America.

Xyris lagoinhae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris lagoinhae?

Xyris lagoinhae

What is the natural habitat of Xyris lagoinhae?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the flowering season of Xyris lagoinhae?

Spring and summer

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:270081-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.