Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moraesii
ID:
613147

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm. & Downs

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 73: 251 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612479



Common Names

  • Xyris Moraesii
  • Moraes' Xyris
  • Moraesii Xyris


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Description

Xyris moraesii (also called Moraes' Xyris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has narrow, grass-like leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris moraesii is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris moraesii has small, yellow flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris moraesii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist potting mix.

Where to Find Xyris moraesii

Xyris moraesii is native to Brazil, and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.

Xyris moraesii FAQ

What type of soil does Xyris moraesii prefer?

Xyris moraesii prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Xyris moraesii?

Xyris moraesii prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the ideal light level for Xyris moraesii?

Xyris moraesii prefers bright, indirect light.

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.
Robert Jack Downs (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Downs' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270115-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.