Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gossweileri
ID:
611798

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 24A(5): 3 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611130



Common Names

  • Xyris gossweileri
  • Gossweileri Xyris
  • Gossweiler's Yelloweyed Grass


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Description

Xyris gossweileri (also called Gossweiler's yellow-eyed grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a height of 0.3–0.6 m. It is native to Africa, the Middle East, and India and is found in dry open habitats, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris gossweileri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a source of food and fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris gossweileri has yellow flowers with 3 petals and 3 sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris gossweileri can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Xyris gossweileri

Xyris gossweileri is native to the tropical regions of South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas, and is often seen in gardens and parks.

Xyris gossweileri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris gossweileri?

Xyris gossweileri

What is the common name of Xyris gossweileri?

Gossweiler's Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris gossweileri?

Xyris gossweileri is native to tropical Africa and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

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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