Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maxima
ID:
612906

Status:
valid

Authors:
Doust & B.J.Conn

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 10: 242 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612238



Common Names

  • Maxima Yelloweye
  • Maxima Xyris
  • Maxima Yellow-eye Grass


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Description

Xyris maxima (also called Giant Xyris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It grows in moist soils, such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris maxima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris maxima 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 maxima is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Xyris maxima

Xyris maxima can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Xyris maxima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris maxima?

Xyris maxima

What is the common name of Xyris maxima?

Large Yellow-eyed Grass

Where is Xyris maxima found?

Xyris maxima is found in the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida.

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

Andrew N.L. Doust: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Doust' in the authors string.
Barry Conn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.J.Conn' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:996135-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.