Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xiphophylla
ID:
615798

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire & L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10(5): 20 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615130



Common Names

  • Xiphophylla Xyris
  • Xiphophylla Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Xiphophylla Yellow-eyed-grass


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Description

Xyris xiphophylla (also called Sword-Leaved Xyris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland and montane rainforests. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a spike of yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris xiphophylla is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris xiphophylla has small, yellow flowers with three petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris xiphophylla is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun but may require more frequent watering.

Where to Find Xyris xiphophylla

Xyris xiphophylla can be found in Venezuela and Colombia.

Xyris xiphophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris xiphophylla?

Xyris xiphophylla

What is the common name of Xyris xiphophylla?

Slender Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the habitat of Xyris xiphophylla?

Dry open woods, clearings, roadsides, and sandy fields

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

Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' 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:270241-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.