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Description
Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the family Xyridaceae. It is native to the southeastern United States, including Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. This plant can grow up to 1 foot tall and has narrow leaves that resemble grass blades. The inflorescence is a yellow spike that appears in the summer and fall. Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura is commonly found in wetlands, bogs, and marshes.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Xyridaceae |
| Genus | Xyris |
| Species | Xyris stricta |
| Variety | Obscura |
Appearance
Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura has narrow leaves that are up to 16 inches long and 0.2 inches wide. The leaves are flat and have a green color. The inflorescence is a yellow spike that is up to 6 inches long and 0.4 inches wide. The spike is made up of small flowers that have three petals and three sepals. The fruit is a capsule that contains numerous small seeds.
Care Guide
Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura requires moist soil and full sun to grow. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-11. Water the plant regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Use well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura does not require pruning.
Common Pests & Diseases
Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura is prone to root rot if the soil is too wet. It is also susceptible to leaf spot and rust. To prevent these diseases, avoid overwatering the plant and remove any infected leaves immediately.
Habitat
Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura is commonly found in wetlands, bogs, and marshes. It can also grow in sandy soils near the coast. This plant prefers full sun and moist soil.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura a good plant for wetlands?
A: Yes, Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura is commonly found in wetlands, bogs, and marshes.
Q: Does Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura require pruning?
A: No, Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura does not require pruning.
Q: What is the inflorescence of Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura?
A: The inflorescence of Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura is a yellow spike that appears in the summer and fall.
Q: What are the common pests and diseases of Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura?
A: Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura is prone to root rot, leaf spot, and rust.
Related Plants
- Xyris ambigua
- Xyris difformis
- Xyris fimbriata
- Xyris jupicai
- Xyris montana
References
- Flora of North America: Xyris Stricta
- USDA Plants Database: Xyris Stricta Var. Obscura
- University of Florida IFAS: Xyris Stricta
