Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cylindrostachya
ID:
610832

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kral & Wand.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 75: 652 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610164



Common Names

  • Xyris cylindrostachya
  • Cylindrostachya Yellow-Eyed Grass
  • Cylindrostachya Xyris


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Description

Xyris cylindrostachya (also called cylindrostachya yellow-eyed grass, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the yellow-eyed grass family. It is native to the southeastern United States. It is a perennial herb that grows in moist, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris cylindrostachya is an ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris cylindrostachya is a small, yellow bloom with 3 petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris cylindrostachya can be propagated by division or seed. It should be planted in a sunny location in moist, well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure optimal growth.

Where to Find Xyris cylindrostachya

Xyris cylindrostachya can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Xyris cylindrostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris cylindrostachya?

Xyris cylindrostachya

What is the common name of Xyris cylindrostachya?

Cylindrical-spiked yellow-eyed grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris cylindrostachya?

Dry sandy soils 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

Robert Kral (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kral' in the authors string.
Maria das Graças Lapa Wanderley (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wand.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:287110-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.