Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
670852

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 6: 183 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670184



Common Names

  • Small-leaved Star-flower
  • Small-leaved Hypoxis
  • Small-leaved Yellow Star-flower


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Description

Hypoxis parvifolia (also called Star Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to North America and is typically found in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hypoxis parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments including arthritis, osteoporosis, and impotence.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypoxis parvifolia has bright yellow flowers with six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypoxis parvifolia is a perennial plant that can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the plant.

Where to Find Hypoxis parvifolia

Hypoxis parvifolia is native to the temperate regions of Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.

Hypoxis parvifolia FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Hypoxis parvifolia?

Hypoxis parvifolia prefers temperatures between 60-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Hypoxis parvifolia need?

Hypoxis parvifolia needs bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Hypoxis parvifolia?

Hypoxis parvifolia should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch.

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,

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