Status:
valid
Authors:
L.A.Nilsson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. , n.f., 24(14): 51 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613931
Common Names
- Xyris seubertii
- Seubertii Xyris
- Seubertii
Description
Xyris seubertii (also called Seubert's Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to tropical Africa. It has small, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, sunny areas and is often found in grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Xyris seubertii has non-medical uses such as being used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for some species of birds.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Xyris seubertii var. seubertii
Xyris seubertii var. espinhacae Kral & Wand.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Xyris seubertii has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Xyris seubertii is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers warm temperatures and moist soil. It should be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-draining soil. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Xyris seubertii
Xyris seubertii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Xyris seubertii FAQ
What is the growth habit of Xyris seubertii?
Xyris seubertii is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome.
What is the native range of Xyris seubertii?
Xyris seubertii is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
What are the uses of Xyris seubertii?
Xyris seubertii is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
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,