Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inaequalis
ID:
612167

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.A.Wakef.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
W. Austral. Naturalist 4: 82 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611499



Common Names

  • Xyris inaequalis
  • Inaequalis Xyris
  • Inaequalis Xyris


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Description

Xyris inaequalis (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 inaequalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris inaequalis 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 inaequalis can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. It can be pruned back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Xyris inaequalis

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

Xyris inaequalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris inaequalis?

Xyris inaequalis

What is the common name of Xyris inaequalis?

Yellow-eyed grass

What type of plant is Xyris inaequalis?

Perennial grass

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

Norman Arthur Wakefield (1918-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.A.Wakef.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:871508-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.