Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
festucifolia
ID:
611399

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hepper

Source:
wcs

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 21: 419 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610731



Common Names

  • Xyris Festucifolia
  • Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Slender Yellow-eyed Grass


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Description

Xyris festucifolia (also called 'Fescue-leaved 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 festucifolia 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

The flowers of Xyris festucifolia are yellow, star-shaped and have three petals. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are short and have narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris festucifolia is a perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Xyris festucifolia

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

Xyris festucifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris festucifolia?

Xyris festucifolia

What type of plant is Xyris festucifolia?

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

Where is Xyris festucifolia native to?

Xyris festucifolia 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

Frank Nigel Hepper (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hepper' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:871455-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.