Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rigida
ID:
614193

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chapm. ex Ries

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 19: 40 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613525



Common Names

  • Xyris Rigida
  • Rigid Xyris
  • Stiff Xyris


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Description

Xyris rigida (also called Rigid Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in wet forests, as well as in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris rigida has many non-medical uses, including as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak. It is also used as a source of food, fiber, and fuel. The leaves can be used to make a tea, and the wood can be used for construction and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris rigida is a yellow-green, three-petaled, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant with a single stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris rigida is a species of flowering plant in the Xyridaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is a perennial herb growing to 0.5 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Xyris rigida

Xyris rigida can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Xyris rigida FAQ

What is the growth habit of Xyris rigida?

Xyris rigida is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome.

What is the native range of Xyris rigida?

Xyris rigida is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

What are the uses of Xyris rigida?

Xyris rigida is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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

Alvan Wentworth Chapman (1809-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chapm.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Ries (1871-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ries' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:871655-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.