Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pectinata
ID:
613692

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kral, L.B.Sm. & Wand.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 75: 666 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613024



Common Names

  • Xyris pectinata
  • Pectinate Xyris
  • Comb-like Xyris


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Description

Xyris pectinata (also called Pectinate 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 pectinata 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

Xyris pectinata 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 pectinata is a small, slow-growing perennial that can reach up to 2 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps in early spring or by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 6-8 inches.

Where to Find Xyris pectinata

Xyris pectinata is native to Brazil. It can be found in wet coastal forests and scrublands.

Xyris pectinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris pectinata?

Xyris pectinata

What is the common name of Xyris pectinata?

Comb-leaf Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris pectinata?

Xyris pectinata is found in wet areas of the southeastern United States

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.
Maria das Graças Lapa Wanderley (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wand.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:287131-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.