Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
friesii
ID:
611620

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Svensk Bot. Tidskr. 6: 555 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610952



Common Names

  • Xyris friesii
  • Fries' Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Fries' Xyris


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Description

Xyris friesii (also called Fries' Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the southeastern United States. It has a clumping habit and produces yellow flowers in the summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in wet meadows and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris friesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris friesii has yellow flowers with brown anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are short and have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris friesii is a perennial herb that grows in wet meadows, swamps, and other moist areas. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. Sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil in a sunny spot. Divide the clumps in the spring or autumn. Plant the divisions in a moist, well-draining soil in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Xyris friesii

Xyris friesii is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Xyris friesii FAQ

What type of soil is best for Xyris friesii?

Xyris friesii prefers sandy, well-drained soil with a neutral pH.

How much sun does Xyris friesii need?

Xyris friesii prefers full sun or partial shade.

How often should Xyris friesii be watered?

Xyris friesii should be watered regularly, especially during dry spells.

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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