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How to Control Yellow-Eyed Grass

yellow-eyed grass side view

Xyris spp.

More Info & Photos of Yellow-Eyed Grass

Non-Herbicide Management Options

1. Physical Management Options

Yellow-eyed grass can be cut, and the rhizomes can be dug up. However, physical control can be difficult because it can re-establish from remaining plant fragments.

2. Biological Management Options

Mammals and other wildlife consume yellow-eyed grass.

Herbicide Control Options

Yellow-eyed grass is tolerant to many herbicides. Also, there are many species of yellow-eyed grass that are endangered, and should be protected rather than killed.

Cultivation Options

Yellow-eyed grass can be grown by spreading seeds over moist soil.

Questions?

If you need assistance, contact the Ag & Natural Resources agent in your county or hire a professional.

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Photo Credits: The majority of the aquatic plant line drawings are the copyright of the University of Florida Center for Aquatic Plants (Gainsville). They are used with permission.

Aquatic plant photographs were provided by David Bayne, Jim Davis, Kelly Duffie, Billy Higginbotham, Michael Masser, John Clayton, Chetta Owens, Diane Smith, Joe Snow, Don Steinbach, Bridget Robinson Lassiter and Peter Woods.

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