Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
imitatrix
ID:
612156

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 22A(4): 2 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611488



Common Names

  • Xyris imitatrix
  • Imitatrix Xyris
  • Imitatrix Xyris


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Description

Xyris imitatrix (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 imitatrix is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris imitatrix has small, yellow flowers with three petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have short, thick stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris imitatrix is a perennial plant that is grown from seed. It can be propagated by division of the root clump or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It can tolerate some drought but will need supplemental watering during dry periods. It is best to fertilize the plant in the spring and again in the summer with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Xyris imitatrix

Xyris imitatrix can be found in wetland habitats in the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas.

Xyris imitatrix FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris imitatrix?

Xyris imitatrix

What is the common name of Xyris imitatrix?

Imitator Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the family of Xyris imitatrix?

Xyridaceae

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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