Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphaerocephala
ID:
614741

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 22A(4): 8 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614073



Common Names

  • Sphaerocephala Plant
  • Xyris Plant
  • Sphaerocephala Vine


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Description

Xyris sphaerocephala (also called Round-headed Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has long, thin stems and yellow flowers with a distinctive eye-like pattern. It is found in wet, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris sphaerocephala is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a border plant. It has attractive yellow flowers and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris sphaerocephala is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris sphaerocephala is a tropical evergreen plant that can be grown in a variety of conditions. It prefers a warm, humid climate and can be propagated from seed or division. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Xyris sphaerocephala

Xyris sphaerocephala is native to Brazil, and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.

Xyris sphaerocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris sphaerocephala?

Xyris sphaerocephala

What is the common name of Xyris sphaerocephala?

Spherical-headed Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the family of Xyris sphaerocephala?

Xyridaceae

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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