Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maparecida
ID:
1304920

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wand., J.S.Guedes & Silva-Cobra

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Fl. Distrito Federal, Brasil 11: 147 (2014 publ. 2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317374



Common Names

  • Xyris
  • Maparecida
  • Xyris Maparecida


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Description

Xyris maparecida (also called Maparecida Xyris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil and is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris maparecida is an ornamental plant that is often used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris maparecida is yellow, small and tubular. The seed is small, brown and oblong. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris maparecida is a species of plant found in Brazil. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Xyris maparecida

Xyris maparecida is native to South America, where it can be found in humid tropical forests.

Xyris maparecida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris maparecida?

Xyris maparecida

Where is Xyris maparecida native to?

Brazil

What is the growth rate of Xyris maparecida?

Slow

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

Maria das Graças Lapa Wanderley (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wand.' in the authors string.
Juliana Santos Guedes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.S.Guedes' in the authors string.
Gisele de Oliveira Silva-Cobra: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Silva-Cobra' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77143232-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.