Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
consolida
ID:
610697

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kral & L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 53: 434 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610029



Common Names

  • Consolida Xyris
  • Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Yellow-eyed Xyris


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Description

Xyris consolida (also called Consolida Xyris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the United States. It has a short stem, with a tuft of leaves at the base, and a single inflorescence at the top. The leaves are linear, with a pointed tip, and the inflorescence is a spike of yellow flowers. It is found in open fields and forest edges, in areas with sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris consolida is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a food source for some species of birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Xyris consolida is yellow with a white center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Xyris consolida: Xyris consolida is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be planted in the spring or fall in a sandy, well-drained soil. The plant should be divided in the spring or fall to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Xyris consolida

Xyris consolida is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Xyris consolida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris consolida?

Xyris consolida

What is the common name of Xyris consolida?

Consolidated Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris consolida?

Xyris consolida is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and 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,

References

Robert Kral (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kral' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270019-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.