Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diamantinae
ID:
610960

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 22A(15): 6 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610292



Common Names

  • Xyris diamantinae
  • Diamantinae Yellow-eyed-grass
  • Diamantinae Xyris


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Description

Xyris diamantinae (also called Diamond 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 grows in wet meadows, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris diamantinae is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces attractive yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris diamantinae is a yellow, star-shaped flower with 6 petals. The seeds are small, brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris diamantinae is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and should be pruned in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Xyris diamantinae

Xyris diamantinae is native to the southeastern United States, and can be found in wetland habitats such as swamps, marshes, and bogs.

Xyris diamantinae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris diamantinae?

Xyris diamantinae

What is the common name of Xyris diamantinae?

Diamantina yellow-eyed grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris diamantinae?

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,

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