Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
regnellii
ID:
614054

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.A.Nilsson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. , n.f., 24(14): 43 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613386



Common Names

  • Regnell's Xyris
  • Regnell's Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Regnell's Yelloweyed Grass


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Description

Xyris regnellii (also called Regnell's Yelloweyed Grass, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Xyridaceae family. It is native to Brazil. It is found in wetland habitats, where it grows in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris regnellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The leaves of the plant can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris regnellii has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in panicles. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single stem with a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris regnellii is a small, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 8 inches in height. It can be propagated from seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or fall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Xyris regnellii

Xyris regnellii can be found in the United States, primarily in the southeastern states, as well as parts of Mexico and Central America.

Xyris regnellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris regnellii?

Xyris regnellii

What is the common name of Xyris regnellii?

Regnell's Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris regnellii?

Coastal areas and beaches of the Caribbean and Florida

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:270143-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.