Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longibracteata
ID:
612623

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & P.Wilson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 43: 462 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611955



Common Names

  • Xyris longibracteata
  • Long-Bracted Yellow-Eyed Grass
  • Long-Bracted Xyris


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Description

Xyris longibracteata (also called Long-bracted Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is a grass-like plant that grows in tropical rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris longibracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make yellow dye. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-diabetic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris longibracteata is yellow in colour and has three petals. The seed is small, round and black in colour. The seedlings are small and green with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris longibracteata is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Xyris longibracteata

Xyris longibracteata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Xyris longibracteata FAQ

What are the common names of Xyris longibracteata?

Long-bracted Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris longibracteata?

Moist woods, swamps, and ditches

What is the best soil type for Xyris longibracteata?

Moist, acidic soil

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Percy Wilson (1879-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Wilson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270088-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.