Xyris gracilis

Slender Yellow-eye

Erect tufted perennial herb.

Additional information

• FamilyXyridaceae
• StoreyLower storey
• Size15-60 cm x 30 cm
• Plant groupingGrasses, Rushes & Sedges
• LeavesFine pale green grass-like leaves 9-21 cm x 1-2 mm, sheaths glossy golden brown.
• Flower colourYellow
• Flowering timeDecember to January
• Flowers5-8 flowering stems 14-60 cm high. Terminal spike of 3-petalled bright yellow flowers, each surrounded by rings of conspicuous brown bracts. One flower opens at a time.
• Bird attractingNo
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatYes
• Growing conditionsMoist to wet peaty soils in swamps and heathlands. Full sun, semi shade.
• Garden useInconspicuous plant which is attractive in flower. Grow in moist sites beside water areas and in bog gardens. Does not like to dry out.
• Commercially availableSpecialist Australian plant nursery
• Conservation statusRestricted distribution within the Shire but may be locally abundant.

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