Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinulosa
ID:
614750

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kral & L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bradea 3: 278 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614082



Common Names

  • Spinulosa Plant
  • Xyris Plant
  • Spinulosa Vine


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Description

Xyris spinulosa (also called Spiny Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has long, thin stems and yellow flowers with a distinctive eye-like pattern and spiny foliage. It is found in wet, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris spinulosa is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a border plant. It has attractive yellow flowers and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris spinulosa is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris spinulosa is a tropical evergreen plant that can be grown in a variety of conditions. It prefers a warm, humid climate and can be propagated from seed or division. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Xyris spinulosa

Xyris spinulosa is native to Brazil, and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.

Xyris spinulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris spinulosa?

Xyris spinulosa

What is the common name of Xyris spinulosa?

Spiny Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the family of Xyris spinulosa?

Xyridaceae

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

Robert Kral (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kral' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270175-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.