Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
downsiana
ID:
611092

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 12: 250 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610424



Common Names

  • Downs' Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Downs' Xyris
  • Downs' Grass-like Xyris


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Description

Xyris downsiana (also called Downs' Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial with yellow flowers. It is native to North America and is found in wetlands, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris downsiana 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 downsiana 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 downsiana 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 downsiana

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

Xyris downsiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris downsiana?

Xyris downsiana

What is the common name of Xyris downsiana?

Downs' Yellow-eyed-grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris downsiana?

Dry open woods, thickets, and roadsides

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

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:270034-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.