Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
muhilensis
ID:
773757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wiland

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Florist. Geobot. 42: 412 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000773090



Common Names

  • Hypoxis muhilensis
  • Muhil Hypoxis
  • Muhil Star Grass


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Description

Hypoxis muhilensis (also called 'Muhil's Star-grass' and 'Muhil's Hypoxis', among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial native to South Africa. It has long, slender leaves and small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, sunny areas such as meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypoxis muhilensis is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hypoxis muhilensis sub. muhilensis
Hypoxis muhilensis sub. kansimbensis Wiland

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypoxis muhilensis is a small, white flower with four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypoxis muhilensis is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in late summer or early fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Hypoxis muhilensis

Hypoxis muhilensis can be found in dry areas of temperate regions, including parts of the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Hypoxis muhilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypoxis muhilensis?

Hypoxis muhilensis

What are the common names of Hypoxis muhilensis?

Muhil Hypoxis

What is the natural habitat of Hypoxis muhilensis?

It is native to India and is found in moist forests and along streams

Species in the Hypoxis genus

Hypoxis abyssinica, Hypoxis acuminata, Hypoxis angustifolia, Hypoxis argentea, Hypoxis arillacea, Hypoxis aurea, Hypoxis bampsiana, Hypoxis baurii, Hypoxis camerooniana, Hypoxis canaliculata, Hypoxis catamarcensis, Hypoxis colchicifolia, Hypoxis costata, Hypoxis cuanzensis, Hypoxis curtissii, Hypoxis decumbens, Hypoxis demissa, Hypoxis dinteri, Hypoxis domingensis, Hypoxis exaltata, Hypoxis exilis, Hypoxis filiformis, Hypoxis fischeri, Hypoxis flanaganii, Hypoxis floccosa, Hypoxis galpinii, Hypoxis gerrardii, Hypoxis goetzei, Hypoxis gregoriana, Hypoxis hemerocallidea, Hypoxis hirsuta, Hypoxis humilis, Hypoxis hygrometrica, Hypoxis interjecta, Hypoxis juncea, Hypoxis kilimanjarica, Hypoxis kraussiana, Hypoxis lata, Hypoxis lejolyana, Hypoxis leucotricha, Hypoxis limicola, Hypoxis longifolia, Hypoxis lucens, Hypoxis ludwigii, Hypoxis lusalensis, Hypoxis malaissei, Hypoxis marginata, Hypoxis membranacea, Hypoxis mexicana, Hypoxis milloides,

Species in the Hypoxidaceae family

Curculigo annamitica, Curculigo breviscapa, Curculigo capitulata, Curculigo conoc, Curculigo disticha, Curculigo ensifolia, Curculigo erecta, Curculigo gracilis, Curculigo latifolia, Curculigo oligantha, Curculigo orchioides, Curculigo pilosa, Curculigo prainiana, Curculigo racemosa, Curculigo rhizophylla, Curculigo scorzonerifolia, Curculigo seychellensis, Curculigo sinensis, Curculigo tonkinensis, Curculigo trichocarpa, Curculigo savantwadiensis, Curculigo maharashtrensis, Curculigo fabrei, Curculigo maheensis, Empodium elongatum, Empodium flexile, Empodium gloriosum, Empodium monophyllum, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium plicatum, Empodium veratrifolium, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium veratrifolium, Hypoxis abyssinica, Hypoxis acuminata, Hypoxis angustifolia, Hypoxis argentea, Hypoxis arillacea, Hypoxis aurea, Hypoxis bampsiana, Hypoxis baurii, Hypoxis camerooniana, Hypoxis canaliculata, Hypoxis catamarcensis, Hypoxis colchicifolia, Hypoxis costata, Hypoxis cuanzensis, Hypoxis curtissii, Hypoxis decumbens, Hypoxis demissa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-311719: Based on the initial data import
Justyna Wiland: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiland' in the authors string.