Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
frondosa
ID:
611633

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire & L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10(5): 33 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610965

Common Names

  • Xyris frondosa
  • Fringed Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Fringed Xyris

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Description

Xyris frondosa (also called Frondose Xyris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the xyridaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States. It is a perennial plant, with yellow flowers, and prefers sunny, wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris frondosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris frondosa has yellow flowers with brown anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are short and have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris frondosa is a perennial herb that grows in wet meadows, swamps, and other moist areas. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. Sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil in a sunny spot. Divide the clumps in the spring or autumn. Plant the divisions in a moist, well-draining soil in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Xyris frondosa

Xyris frondosa is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Xyris frondosa FAQ

What type of soil is best for Xyris frondosa?

Xyris frondosa prefers sandy, well-drained soil with a neutral pH.

How much sun does Xyris frondosa need?

Xyris frondosa prefers full sun or partial shade.

How often should Xyris frondosa be watered?

Xyris frondosa should be watered regularly, especially during dry spells.

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

Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270055-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.