Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platylepis
ID:
613825

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chapm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. South. U.S. : 501 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613157



Common Names

  • Xyris platylepis
  • Broad-leaved Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Broad-leaved Xyris


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Description

Xyris platylepis (also called Platylepis 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 platylepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris platylepis is small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris platylepis 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 platylepis

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

Xyris platylepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris platylepis?

Xyris platylepis

What is the common name of Xyris platylepis?

Broad-leaved Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris platylepis?

Xyris platylepis 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,

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