Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nilssonii
ID:
613313

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bih. Kongl. Svenska Vetensk.-Akad. Handl. 22(2): 15 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612645



Common Names

  • Xyris nilssonii
  • Nilsson's Yellow-eyed-grass
  • Yellow-eyed-grass


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Description

Xyris nilssonii (also called Nilsson's 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 nilssonii is used in ornamental gardening and as a ground cover plant. It has a low-growing habit and can be used to create a carpet of foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris nilssonii has yellow flowers with three petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, dark green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris nilssonii is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 foot in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Xyris nilssonii

Xyris nilssonii is native to South America and can be found in wet, marshy habitats.

Xyris nilssonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris nilssonii?

Xyris nilssonii

What is the family of Xyris nilssonii?

Xyridaceae

What is the habitat of Xyris nilssonii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,

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