Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filiformis
ID:
611432

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Tabl. Encycl. 1: 132 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610764



Common Names

  • Xyris Filiformis
  • Slender Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Slender Xyris


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Description

Xyris filiformis (also called slender yellow-eyed grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North and South America. It grows in moist to wet soils in sunny to partly shaded areas, often in open wetlands, marshes, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris filiformis 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 filiformis 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 filiformis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Plant divisions in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sandy soil mix and kept moist. Germination can take up to three months.

Where to Find Xyris filiformis

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

Xyris filiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris filiformis?

Xyris filiformis

What is the common name of Xyris filiformis?

Thread-like Xyris

What is the natural habitat of Xyris filiformis?

Meadows and grasslands in East Asia

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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