Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
juncifolia
ID:
612384

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire & L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10(5): 26 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611716



Common Names

  • Xyris juncifolia
  • Rush-leaved Xyris
  • Rush-leaved Yellow-eyed Grass


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Description

Xyris juncifolia (also called Rushlike Yelloweyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South America, and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris juncifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris juncifolia has small yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris juncifolia is a perennial plant that is native to the southeastern United States. It is easily propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be planted in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. The plant can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent location when they are large enough to handle. The plant should be watered regularly during dry periods and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer in the spring.

Where to Find Xyris juncifolia

Xyris juncifolia can be found in the western United States, including California, Nevada, and Utah.

Xyris juncifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris juncifolia?

Xyris juncifolia

What is the common name of Xyris juncifolia?

Grassleaf Yelloweyed Grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris juncifolia?

Moist woods, swamps, and wet meadows in the 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

Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270076-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.