Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
operculata
ID:
613428

Status:
valid

Authors:
Labill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Nov. Holl. Pl. 1: 14 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612760



Common Names

  • Xyris operculata
  • Lidded Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Lidded Xyris


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Description

Xyris operculata (also called Operculate Xyris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America, and is found in dry to moist forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris operculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris operculata is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris operculata is a perennial herb that is propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers a sunny position and moist soil. It is hardy to USDA Zone 10.

Where to Find Xyris operculata

Xyris operculata is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It can be found in wet areas such as marshes, swamps, and along the edges of ponds and lakes.

Xyris operculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris operculata?

Xyris operculata

What is the common name of Xyris operculata?

Lidded Yellow-eyed Grass

Where is Xyris operculata found?

Xyris operculata is found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

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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