Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fallax
ID:
611355

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bih. Kongl. Svenska Vetensk.-Akad. Handl. 22(2): 12 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610687



Common Names

  • Fallax Xyris
  • Fallax Grass
  • Slender Yelloweyed Grass


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Description

Xyris fallax (also called 'Falling Yellow-eyed Grass', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States, and is found in moist forests and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris fallax is an ornamental plant that is used to add color and texture to gardens and landscapes. It can be used as a ground cover, a climbing plant, and a container plant. It is also attractive to butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris fallax has yellow flowers with three petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris fallax 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 fallax

Xyris fallax can be found in the southeastern United States, from Florida to Texas.

Xyris fallax FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris fallax?

Xyris fallax

What is the common name of Xyris fallax?

False yellow-eyed grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris fallax?

Xyris fallax 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,

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