Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elliottii
ID:
611195

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chapm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. South. U.S. : 500 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610527



Common Names

  • Elliott's Xyris
  • Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Yellow-eyed Grasslily


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Description

Xyris elliottii (also called Elliott's Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has narrow, grass-like leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in wet meadows, marshes, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris elliottii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris elliottii is yellow and has three petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling has a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris elliottii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is hardy in USDA zones 5-9. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and should be pruned in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Xyris elliottii

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

Xyris elliottii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris elliottii?

Xyris elliottii

What is the family of Xyris elliottii?

Xyridaceae

Where is Xyris elliottii 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,

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