Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scabrifolia
ID:
614444

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.Harper

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 30: 325 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613776



Common Names

  • Scabrous yellow-eyed-grass
  • Scabrous Xyris
  • Xyris


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Description

Xyris scabrifolia (also called Rough-leaved 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 scabrifolia 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

Xyris scabrifolia has yellow flowers with three petals and three sepals. Its seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris scabrifolia 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 scabrifolia

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

Xyris scabrifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris scabrifolia?

Xyris scabrifolia

What is the common name of Xyris scabrifolia?

Scabrous-leaved Xyris

What is the natural habitat of Xyris scabrifolia?

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,

References

Roland McMillan Harper (1878-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Harper' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270158-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.