Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ptariana
ID:
613923

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28(1): 110 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613255



Common Names

  • Ptarian Xyris
  • Ptarian Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Ptarian Yelloweyed Grass


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Description

Xyris ptariana (also called Ptarian Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1.5 feet tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris ptariana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The leaves of the plant can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris ptariana has small yellow flowers with three petals and three sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris ptariana is a fast-growing plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Xyris ptariana

Xyris ptariana is native to North America. It can be found in moist meadows, wet prairies, and marshes.

Xyris ptariana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris ptariana?

Xyris ptariana

What type of plant is Xyris ptariana?

Perennial herb

Where is Xyris ptariana native to?

Brazil

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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