Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fredericoi
ID:
921225

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wand.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 61: 86 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000920560

Common Names

  • Xyris fredericoi
  • Fredericoi Xyris
  • Xyris Xyris

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Description

Xyris fredericoi (also called Frederico's Xyris, among many other common names) is an aquatic perennial herb native to South America. It has long, slender, bright green leaves and small, yellow flowers that bloom in summer. It is found in shallow, slow-moving streams and rivers, and in still water bodies such as ponds and lakes.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris fredericoi is a species of plant found in Central and South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Xyris fredericoi are small, yellow, and tubular. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris fredericoi is a tropical plant that is native to Brazil. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining potting mix. The pot should be placed in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The seedlings should be kept moist but not wet. Once the seedlings have established, they should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks.

Where to Find Xyris fredericoi

Xyris fredericoi can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

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,

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