Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
J. Fed. Malay States Mus. 10: 122 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614831
Common Names
- Xyris tuberosa
- Tuberous yelloweyed grass
- Tuberous yellow-eyed grass
Description
Xyris tuberosa (also called Tuberous Yellow-eyed Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant found in wet meadows, swamps and marshes in the southeastern United States. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers with three petals. It also has a tuberous root system.
Uses & Benefits
Xyris tuberosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin ailments and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Xyris tuberosa is a yellow, small, cup-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedling is a small, oval-shaped seedling with a pale green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Xyris tuberosa is a perennial herb native to South America. It is a low-growing, mat-forming plant with yellow flowers. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in winter. It is also sensitive to frost.
Where to Find Xyris tuberosa
Xyris tuberosa is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
Xyris tuberosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xyris tuberosa?
Xyris tuberosa
What type of plant is Xyris tuberosa?
A perennial herb
Where is Xyris tuberosa found?
Central and South America
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,