Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dissitifolia
ID:
611061

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kral & Wand.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 75: 353 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610393



Common Names

  • Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Yellow-eyed Xyris
  • Yellow-eyed Grass-like Xyris


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Description

Xyris dissitifolia (also called Many-Leaved Yellow-Eyed Grass, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial grass native to Mexico and Central America. It has yellow flowers with three petals and a yellow center. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and is often found in woodlands, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris dissitifolia is a species of flowering plant native to tropical regions of Asia. It is often used as an ornamental plant due to its showy, fragrant flowers and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Xyris dissitifolia are yellow, with three petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris dissitifolia is a perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation can be done by seed or division.

Where to Find Xyris dissitifolia

Xyris dissitifolia is native to South America and can be found in wetland habitats such as swamps, marshes, and bogs.

Xyris dissitifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris dissitifolia?

Xyris dissitifolia

What is the common name of Xyris dissitifolia?

Dissitifolia Xyris

What is the natural habitat of Xyris dissitifolia?

It is native to China.

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:287114-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.