Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
difformis
ID:
610979

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chapm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. South. U.S. : 500 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610311

Common Names

  • Xyris difformis
  • Difform Yellow-eyed-grass
  • Difform Xyris

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Description

Xyris difformis (also called Variable-Leaved Yellow-Eyed Grass, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial grass native to Mexico and Central America. It has yellow flowers with three petals and a yellow center. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and is often found in woodlands, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris difformis is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces attractive yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Xyris difformis var. curtissii (Malme) Kral
Xyris difformis var. difformis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris difformis is a yellow, star-shaped flower with 6 petals. The seeds are small, brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris difformis is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Xyris difformis

Xyris difformis is native to South America and can be found in wetland habitats such as swamps, marshes, and bogs.

Xyris difformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris difformis?

Xyris difformis

What type of plant is Xyris difformis?

It is a perennial herb

Where does Xyris difformis grow?

It is native to India and Sri Lanka

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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