Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
contracta
ID:
610707

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire & L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10(5): 33 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610039



Common Names

  • Contracta Xyris
  • Contracted Xyris
  • Contracted Grass


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Description

Xyris contracta (also called Contracted Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the southeastern United States. It has yellow flowers, and grows in open woods, thickets and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris contracta is used in the garden as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a groundcover to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris contracta is a yellow-green, three-petaled, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Xyris contracta: Xyris contracta 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 contracta

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

Xyris contracta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris contracta?

Xyris contracta

What is the common name of Xyris contracta?

Contracted Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris contracta?

Xyris contracta 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

Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' 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:270020-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.