Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pumila
ID:
613989

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rendle

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Cat. Afr. Pl. 2: 70 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613321

Common Names

  • Xyris Pumila
  • Xyris
  • Dwarf Yellow-eyed Grass

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Description

Xyris pumila (also called Dwarf Xyris, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, including Jamaica, and is found in wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris pumila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to stabilize soil in wet areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris pumila has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a spike. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris pumila can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Xyris pumila

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

Xyris pumila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xyris pumila?

Xyris pumila

What is the common name of Xyris pumila?

Dwarf Yellow-eyed Grass

Where is Xyris pumila found?

Xyris pumila is found in 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,

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