Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neglecta
ID:
613241

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.A.Nilsson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. , n.f., 24(14): 45 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612573



Common Names

  • Xyris neglecta
  • Neglected Yellow-eyed-grass
  • Yellow-eyed-grass


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Description

Xyris neglecta (also called Neglected Yellow-eyed-grass, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and narrow leaves. It is native to the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina, and is found in grasslands, savannas, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris neglecta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris neglecta has yellow flowers with white centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris neglecta can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Xyris neglecta

Xyris neglecta is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in wet, marshy habitats.

Xyris neglecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris neglecta?

Xyris neglecta

What is the common name of Xyris neglecta?

Neglected Yellow-eyed Grass

Where is Xyris neglecta found?

Xyris neglecta is found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

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

Lars Albert Nilsson (1860-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.Nilsson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270120-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.