Xyris torta — a medium houseplant
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Xyris torta

Xyris Torta

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Xyris torta, the slender yelloweyed grass, is a North American species of flowering plants in the yellow-eyed-grass family. It is widespread in the central and eastern United States from New Hampshire to Georgia, west as far as Minnesota, Nebraska, and eastern Texas.Xyris torta is a perennial herb with a stem up to 100 cm (40 inches) tall with long, narrow twisted leaves up to 50 cm (20 inches) long but generally less than 5 mm (0.2 inches) wide.

CARE GUIDE

How to keep Xyris Torta.

Pruning

Slender yellow-eyed grass has delicate, bright yellow flowers that thrive when strategically pruned between early and late spring. To support healthy growth and prevent overcrowding, remove spent blooms and dead leaves. Regular maintenance improves blooming, enhances airflow, and reduces the risk of disease. Be sure to use clean, sharp tools for the best results.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Xyris
Family
Xyridaceae
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Slender Yellow-Eyed-Grass en Slender yelloweyed grass en Twisted yellow-eyed grass en Slender yellow-eyed grass en Twisted yelloweyed grass en Common Yelloweyed Grass
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Xyris torta flower
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Xyris torta flower
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Xyris torta fruit
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Xyris torta fruit
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Xyris torta habit
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Xyris torta habit
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