Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuatrecasana
ID:
610780

Status:
valid

Authors:
Idrobo & L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 6: 244 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610112

Common Names

  • Cuatrecasana Xyris
  • Cuatrecasana Grass
  • Cuatrecasana Xyris

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Description

Xyris cuatrecasana (also called Four-petal Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial with yellow flowers. It is native to South America and is found in wetlands, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris cuatrecasana is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and fragrant flowers, making it a popular choice for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, such as fever, cough, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris cuatrecasana has a yellow flower with 3 petals and 3 sepals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have a single leaf with a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris cuatrecasana is a deciduous, woody-stemmed climber that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 6 inches long. They should be planted in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Xyris cuatrecasana

Xyris cuatrecasana can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Xyris cuatrecasana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris cuatrecasana?

Xyris cuatrecasana

What are the common names of Xyris cuatrecasana?

Cuatrecasas' Xyris

What is the natural habitat of Xyris cuatrecasana?

Grasslands and savannas

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

Jesús Medardo Idrobo (1917-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Idrobo' 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:270023-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.