Xyridaceae
Inner perianth segments yellow Xyridaceae
Leaf margins pale, often scabrous. Leaves flat. Ovary and fruit not thickened towards the apex
Lateral sepals with wide membranous margins; apex ciliate. Style lobed. Placentas long
Peduncle flattened, 1–2.5 mm diam., 20–60 cm long. Leaves linear, 5–30 cm long 1–4 mm wide. Flower heads ovoid to cylindrical, 1–2.5 cm long, 7–10 mm diam. Widespread. Damp places. Fl. spring–summer Xyris complanata
Peduncle filiform, terete or very slightly angular. Flower heads globular Xyris juncea