Sisyrinchium aka Blue Eyed Grass

Sisyrinchium is a large genus of annual to perennial flowering plants in the family Iridaceae, native to the New World. The species, commonly known as blue-eyed grasses, are monocots and not true grasses, although they often resemble grasses with their low-growing habit and long, thin leaves. They are found in various colors, including blue, white, yellow, and purple, with some species having a contrasting center. Many species grow as perennials from a rhizome, while others are short-lived or annuals. Despite the common name, not all species have blue flowers. The plants form compact clumps of flattened, linear leaves with yellow stripes along the margins. From late spring to late summer, they produce sky-blue flowers with a small yellow eye. Several species in the eastern United States are threatened or endangered.