Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uleana
ID:
615510

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 3: 113 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614842



Common Names

  • Xyris uleana
  • Ulean Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Xyris uleana


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Description

Xyris uleana (also called Ulean Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant found in wet meadows, swamps and marshes in the southeastern United States. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers with three petals. It is distinguished from other Xyris species by its larger flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris uleana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin ailments and respiratory problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Xyris uleana var. angustifolia Lanj.
Xyris uleana var. uleana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris uleana is a yellow, small, cup-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedling is a small, oval-shaped seedling with a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris uleana is a perennial herb native to South America. It is a low-growing, mat-forming plant with yellow flowers. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in winter. It is also sensitive to frost.

Where to Find Xyris uleana

Xyris uleana is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Xyris uleana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris uleana?

Xyris uleana

What type of plant is Xyris uleana?

A perennial herb

Where is Xyris uleana found?

Central and South America

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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