Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laxifolia
ID:
612585

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Flora 24(2 Beibl.): 53 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611917



Common Names

  • Slender Yellow-eyed Xyris
  • Slender Xyris
  • Slender Yellow-eyed Grass


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Description

Xyris laxifolia (also called Loose-leaved Xyris, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Eastern Cape of South Africa and is found in grassland and bushveld habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris laxifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make yellow dye. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-diabetic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Xyris laxifolia var. iridifolia (Chapm.) Kral
Xyris laxifolia var. laxifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris laxifolia is a small yellow flower with three petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris laxifolia is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States. It prefers moist, sandy soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Xyris laxifolia

Xyris laxifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, as well as in the Caribbean.

Xyris laxifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Xyris laxifolia?

Slenderleaf Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the scientific name of Slenderleaf Yellow-eyed Grass?

Xyris laxifolia

What is the native range of Xyris laxifolia?

South America

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,