Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phaeocephala
ID:
613737

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kral & Wand.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Fl. Pico das Almas : 794 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613069



Common Names

  • Phaeocephala Yellow-Eyed Grass
  • Phaeocephala Xyris
  • Phaeocephala Xyris


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Description

Xyris phaeocephala (also called Brown-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Caribbean, Central America and northern South America. It has a tufted habit and grows to a height of 0.3-1 m. It is found in open grasslands, dry forests, and mangrove swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris phaeocephala is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The fruit is edible and can be used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris phaeocephala has yellow flowers that are about 1 inch in diameter. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris phaeocephala 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 phaeocephala

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

Xyris phaeocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris phaeocephala?

Xyris phaeocephala

What is the natural habitat of Xyris phaeocephala?

It is found in tropical deciduous forests in Mexico.

What are the uses of Xyris phaeocephala?

The wood of Xyris phaeocephala is used for construction and furniture making.

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.
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:983760-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.