Etymology: Xyris: from a Greek name of a plant with 2-edged leaves, from xyron for "razor"
Plants: erect, perennial, up to 1' tall forb
Leaves: basal, mostly linear, 1 1/2" - 20", rough
Flowers: yellow, 3-parted; inflorescence a few-flowered, cone-like spike which mature to less than 1/3"; blooms July-Sept
Habitat: wet; sphagnum bogs, tamarack swamps
Conservation Status: Native

Flora of North America: Flora of North America Floristic Rating: Coefficient of Conservatism = 10, Wetland Indicator = OBL USDA Plants Database: Federal Distribution and detailed information including photos Minnesota Dept. of Natural Resources: Rare Species Guide; description, conservation, photos, maps, etc.