Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capillaris
ID:
610312

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 24A(5): 8 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000609644



Common Names

  • Hairgrass
  • Common Hairgrass
  • Southern Hairgrass


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Description

Xyris capillaris (also called Hairlike Yelloweyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South America, and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris capillaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves are edible and can be eaten raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris capillaris is yellow with three petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. Seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris capillaris is a deciduous vine that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation can be done through seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Xyris capillaris

Xyris capillaris is native to the southeastern United States, including Alabama, Georgia, and Florida.

Xyris capillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris capillaris?

Xyris capillaris

What is the common name of Xyris capillaris?

Hair-like yellow-eyed grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris capillaris?

It is native to the southeastern United States

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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