Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
involucrata
ID:
612277

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker) 2: 397 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611609



Common Names

  • Xyris Involucrata
  • Involucrata Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Involucrate Yellow-eyed Grass


Searching for Xyris involucrata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Xyris involucrata (also called yellow-eyed grass, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Americas. It has long, thin stems and small, yellow flowers. It is found in open fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris involucrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for its oil. Its oil is used for cooking and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a dye and for making soaps and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris involucrata is yellow, with a long, thin style. The seed is small, brown, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, round leaves.

Searching for Xyris involucrata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris involucrata is a perennial that is easy to grow from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring and will germinate in about 10 days. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and will root in about two weeks. Divisions should be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Xyris involucrata

Xyris involucrata is native to South America, particularly Brazil.

Xyris involucrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris involucrata?

Xyris involucrata

What is the common name of Xyris involucrata?

Involucrate Yellow-Eyed Grass

What is the family of Xyris involucrata?

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,