Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anisophylla
ID:
609400

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Rendle

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Cat. Afr. Pl. 2: 72 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608732



Common Names

  • Xyris anisophylla
  • Unequal-leaved Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Unequal-leaved Xyris


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Description

Xyris anisophylla (also called 'Uneven-leaved yellow-eyed grass', among many other common names) is a small perennial grass native to South America. It has narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along creek banks.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris anisophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris anisophylla has small yellow flowers with brown centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris anisophylla is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Xyris anisophylla

Xyris anisophylla is found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Xyris anisophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris anisophylla?

Xyris anisophylla

What is the common name of Xyris anisophylla?

Uneven-leaved Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris anisophylla?

Dry grasslands, scrub, and open woods

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

Alfred Barton Rendle (1865-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rendle' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:871327-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.