Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scabridula
ID:
614422

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rendle

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Cat. Afr. Pl. 2: 72 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613754



Common Names

  • Scabrid yellow-eyed-grass
  • Scabrid Xyris
  • Xyris


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Description

Xyris scabridula (also called Bristly Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Caribbean, Central America and northern South America. It has a tufted habit and grows to a height of 0.3-1 m. It is found in open grasslands, dry forests, and mangrove swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris scabridula is used as a flavoring in salads and sauces, and as a garnish. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive and respiratory problems, and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris scabridula is a yellow-green, three-petaled, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant with a single stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris scabridula is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Xyris scabridula

Xyris scabridula is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.

Xyris scabridula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris scabridula?

Xyris scabridula

What is the common name of Xyris scabridula?

Scabrid Xyris

What is the natural habitat of Xyris scabridula?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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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