Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
exilis
ID:
611314

Status:
valid

Authors:
Doust & B.J.Conn

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 10: 228 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610646



Common Names

  • Exilis Xyris
  • Exilis Grass
  • Slender Yelloweyed Grass


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Description

Xyris exilis (also called Dwarf Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in moist grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris exilis is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris exilis 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 exilis is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into the garden. To propagate from division, divide the clumps of plants in late winter or early spring and replant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Xyris exilis

Xyris exilis can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Xyris exilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris exilis?

Xyris exilis

What is the common name of Xyris exilis?

Slender yellow-eyed grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris exilis?

Xyris exilis is found in wetland habitats

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

Andrew N.L. Doust: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Doust' in the authors string.
Barry Conn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.J.Conn' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:996134-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.