Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pratensis
ID:
613901

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire & L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10(5): 34 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613233

Common Names

  • Xyris pratensis
  • Yellow-eyed Grass
  • Common Yellow-eyed Grass

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Description

Xyris pratensis (also called Meadow Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1.5 feet tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris pratensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xyris pratensis is small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris pratensis is a fast-growing plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Xyris pratensis

Xyris pratensis is native to North America. It can be found in moist meadows, wet prairies, and marshes.

Xyris pratensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris pratensis?

Xyris pratensis

What is the common name of Xyris pratensis?

Meadow Yellow-eyed Grass

What is the natural habitat of Xyris pratensis?

Xyris pratensis is found in wet areas of the southeastern United States

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:270138-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.