title: Sisyrinchium striatum
text: # Sisyrinchium striatum
  
  Sisyrinchium striatum, common names pale yellow-eyed-grass or satin flower, is an evergreen perennial plant in the family Iridaceae.
  
  ## Description
  
  Sisyrinchium striatum can reach a height of 70–90 centimetres (28–35 in). It has an erect stem with a clump of grey-green sword-shaped alternate leaves and several clusters of cup-shaped creamy white flowers with six tepals and golden centers. They bloom from May to June.
  
  ## Distribution
  
  This species is native to Argentina and Chile. It grows in alpine grasslands, open woods and meadows.
  
  