Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paradisiaca
ID:
613594

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wand.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Hoehnea 13: 31 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612926



Common Names

  • Xyris paradisiaca
  • Paradise Yellow-eyed-grass
  • Paradise Xyris


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Description

Xyris paradisiaca (also called Paradise Yellow-eyed-grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Madagascar. It has yellow flowers and narrow, grass-like leaves. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris paradisiaca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris paradisiaca has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris paradisiaca is a perennial herb that grows in wet, boggy areas. It prefers full sun and moist, acidic soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Divisions should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Xyris paradisiaca

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

Xyris paradisiaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris paradisiaca?

Xyris paradisiaca

What is the common name of Xyris paradisiaca?

Paradise yellow-eyed grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris paradisiaca?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas

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,

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