Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilosa
ID:
613758

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 4: 6 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613090



Common Names

  • Pilosa Yellow-Eyed Grass
  • Pilosa Xyris
  • Pilosa Xyris


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Description

Xyris pilosa (also called Hairy Xyris, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, including Cuba, and is found in wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris pilosa 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 pilosa 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 pilosa 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 pilosa

Xyris pilosa is native to the Caribbean and can be found in the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Puerto Rico.

Xyris pilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris pilosa?

Xyris pilosa

What is the natural habitat of Xyris pilosa?

It is found in tropical deciduous forests in Mexico.

What are the uses of Xyris pilosa?

The wood of Xyris pilosa 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,

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