Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
egleri
ID:
611144

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm. & Downs

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 73: 247 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610476



Common Names

  • Egler's Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Egler's Xyris
  • Egler's Grass-like Xyris


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Description

Xyris egleri (also called Egler's Xyris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the xyridaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States. It is a perennial plant, with yellow flowers, and prefers sunny, wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris egleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to attract beneficial insects, such as bees, to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris egleri is a yellow, star-shaped flower with 3 petals. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris egleri 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 egleri

Xyris egleri is native to South America and can be found in wetland areas, such as marshes and swamps.

Xyris egleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris egleri?

Xyris egleri

What type of plant is Xyris egleri?

Xyris egleri is a species of flowering plant in the Xyridaceae family.

Where is Xyris egleri native to?

Xyris egleri is native to South America.

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.
Robert Jack Downs (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Downs' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270038-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.