Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pauciflora
ID:
613659

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Phytographia 1: 2 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612991



Common Names

  • Xyris pauciflora
  • Few-flowered Yellow-eyed-grass
  • Few-flowered Xyris


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Description

Xyris pauciflora (also called Few-flowered Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Xyridaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. It is a perennial herb that grows in tropical and subtropical climates, and prefers moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris pauciflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for coastal stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Xyris pauciflora has small yellow flowers with three petals and three sepals. Seed: The seed is a small, black, oblong shape. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris pauciflora is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray. Prune to shape as needed.

Where to Find Xyris pauciflora

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

Xyris pauciflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris pauciflora?

Xyris pauciflora

What is the common name of Xyris pauciflora?

Few-flowered Xyris

What is the natural habitat of Xyris pauciflora?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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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