Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plantaginea
ID:
613791

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Flora 24(2 Beibl.): 514 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613123



Common Names

  • Xyris plantaginea
  • Plantain-leaved Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Plantain-leaved Xyris


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Description

Xyris plantaginea (also called Plantain Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America, and is found in wet grasslands, marshes, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris plantaginea 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 plantaginea 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 plantaginea is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Xyris plantaginea

Xyris plantaginea is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro.

Xyris plantaginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris plantaginea?

Xyris plantaginea

What is the common name of Xyris plantaginea?

Plantain-leaved Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris plantaginea?

Dry forests and coastal areas

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,