Xyris esmeraldae
Also known as: Xyris rugulosa Maguire & L.B.Sm.
- Xyris rugulosa Maguire & L.B.Sm.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Xyridaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Xyris esmeraldae is an annual belonging to the Xyridaceae family. Indigenous to South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It belongs to the highly diverse genus Xyris, which contains over 350 distinct species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Brazil North, Colombia, Venezuela