Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
malmeana
ID:
612841

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bol. Inspet. Fed. Obras Contra Secas, Rio de Janeiro 10: 126 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612173



Common Names

  • Xyris malmeana
  • Malmeana Xyris
  • Malmeana Tree


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Description

Xyris malmeana (also called Malmeana Xyris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to Colombia, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris malmeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris malmeana has yellow flowers with three petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have linear-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris malmeana is a tropical plant native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division is the easiest way to propagate Xyris malmeana and should be done in the spring or summer. The plant prefers partial shade and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Xyris malmeana

Xyris malmeana is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in the region.

Xyris malmeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris malmeana?

Xyris malmeana

What is the natural habitat of Xyris malmeana?

Tropical rainforests

What type of soil does Xyris malmeana prefer?

Well-drained 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

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:270101-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.