Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanopoda
ID:
612938

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm. & Downs

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 44: 311 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612270



Common Names

  • Black-Vaginated Yellow-Eyed Grass
  • Black-Vaginated Yelloweyed Grass
  • Xyris melanopoda


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Description

Xyris melanopoda (also called Black-footed Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Xyridaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States, Mexico, and Central America. It grows in wet areas such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows. It has narrow, grass-like leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris melanopoda is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, diuretic, and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris melanopoda has yellow flowers that are about 2 cm in diameter. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris melanopoda is a tropical plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Xyris melanopoda

Xyris melanopoda is native to Central and South America and can be found in the tropical forests of the region.

Xyris melanopoda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris melanopoda?

Xyris melanopoda

What is the family of Xyris melanopoda?

Xyridaceae

What is the common name of Xyris melanopoda?

Black-footed Yellow-eyed 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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
Robert Jack Downs (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Downs' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270103-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.