Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
straminea
ID:
614821

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.A.Nilsson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Öfvers. Kongl. Vetensk.-Akad. Förh. 1891: 153 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614153



Common Names

  • Straminea Xyris
  • Straw-Colored Xyris
  • Straw-Colored Yellow-Eyed Grass


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Description

Xyris straminea (also called Stramineous Yellow-eyed-grass, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Xyridaceae. It is a perennial herb with linear leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Borneo and can be found in lowland forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris straminea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in the production of paper and textiles.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris straminea is yellow in color and has three petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris straminea is a species of flowering plant in the family Xyridaceae. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is an herbaceous perennial growing up to 1 m tall. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Xyris straminea

Xyris straminea is native to Central America and is found in moist forests and woodlands.

Xyris straminea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris straminea?

Xyris straminea

What is the common name of Xyris straminea?

Straw-colored yellow-eyed grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris straminea?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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

Lars Albert Nilsson (1860-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.Nilsson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:871701-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.