Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
polystachya
ID:
670989

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 1: 266 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670321



Common Names

  • Hypoxis Polystachya
  • Many-Spiked Hypoxis
  • Many-Spiked Star-Grass


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Synonyms

  • Hypoxis orbiculata Nel. [unknown]
  • Hypoxis subspicata Pax [unknown]
  • Hypoxis polystachya andongensis Baker [unknown]

Description

Hypoxis polystachya (also called Star Grass, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the southeastern United States. It has small, star-shaped flowers and narrow, grass-like leaves. It grows in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypoxis polystachya is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also known to have some medicinal properties, such as being an anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypoxis polystachya is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypoxis polystachya can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect sunlight. The divisions should be planted in moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect sunlight. Fertilize the plant every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Hypoxis polystachya

Hypoxis polystachya is native to Central and South America.

Hypoxis polystachya FAQ

What is the best soil for Hypoxis polystachya?

Hypoxis polystachya prefers a well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.

How much light does Hypoxis polystachya need?

Hypoxis polystachya needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Hypoxis polystachya be watered?

Hypoxis polystachya should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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-279157: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.