Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
morii
ID:
613158

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kral & L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bradea 3: 275 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612490



Common Names

  • Xyris Morii
  • Mori's Xyris
  • Morii Xyris


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Description

Xyris morii (also called Morii's 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 morii 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

Xyris morii 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 morii is a tropical grass native to Central and South America. It is often grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is easy to propagate from seed or division and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and regular watering. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few months.

Where to Find Xyris morii

Xyris morii is native to Central and South America and can be found in the wild in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Xyris morii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris morii?

Xyris morii

What is the common name of Xyris morii?

Mori's Yellow-eyed Grass

What are the characteristics of Xyris morii?

Xyris morii is a perennial grass with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves.

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

Robert Kral (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kral' in the authors string.
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:270116-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.