Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spruceana
ID:
614766

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bih. Kongl. Svenska Vetensk.-Akad. Handl. 26(19): 12 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614098

Common Names

  • Spruceana Xyris
  • Spruce's Xyris
  • Spruce's Yellow-Eyed Grass

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Description

Xyris spruceana (also called Spruce's Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has yellow-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris spruceana 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 spruceana 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 spruceana is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Xyris spruceana

Xyris spruceana can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Xyris spruceana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris spruceana?

Xyris spruceana

What is the family of Xyris spruceana?

Xyridaceae

What is the native range of Xyris spruceana?

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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