Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cyperoides
ID:
610843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gleason

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 56: 17 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610175



Common Names

  • Xyris cyperoides
  • Cyperoides Yellow-Eyed Grass
  • Cyperoides Xyris


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Description

Xyris cyperoides (also called cyperoides 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 cyperoides 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 cyperoides 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 cyperoides is a perennial plant with yellow flowers in summer. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring.

Where to Find Xyris cyperoides

Xyris cyperoides can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Xyris cyperoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris cyperoides?

Xyris cyperoides

What type of climate does Xyris cyperoides prefer?

Tropical and subtropical climates

What type of soil does Xyris cyperoides prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

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

Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270027-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.