Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erosa
ID:
611259

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lock

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53: 885 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610591

Common Names

  • Erosa Xyris
  • Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Yellow-eyed Grasslily

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Description

Xyris erosa (also called Rough Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in moist grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris erosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to attract beneficial insects, such as bees, to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris erosa is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris erosa is a perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Xyris erosa

Xyris erosa can be found in the southeastern United States, from South Carolina to Florida and west to Texas.

Xyris erosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris erosa?

Xyris erosa

What is the common name of Xyris erosa?

Eroded Xyris

What is the natural habitat of Xyris erosa?

It is native to China and can be found in forests, thickets, and along streams

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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