Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiceps
ID:
611905

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 223 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611237



Common Names

  • Xyris grandiceps
  • Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Common Yellow-eyed Grass


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Description

Xyris grandiceps (also called Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a grass-like stem and leaves, and produces yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris grandiceps is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, as well as a food source for livestock and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris grandiceps has yellow flowers with three petals and long stamens. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are thin and light green with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris grandiceps is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds in a sunny spot in well-draining soil and keep the soil moist until germination. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted to their permanent location. Xyris grandiceps can also be propagated from division of the clumps in early spring.

Where to Find Xyris grandiceps

Xyris grandiceps 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 grandiceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris grandiceps?

Xyris grandiceps

What is the common name of Xyris grandiceps?

Large-headed Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the native range of Xyris grandiceps?

Southeastern United States

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

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:871492-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.