Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pulchella
ID:
671047

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 75: 377 (1993 publ. 1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670379



Common Names

  • Hypoxis pulchella
  • Pulchella Hypoxis
  • Pulchella Hypoxis Plant


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Description

Hypoxis pulchella (also called Pretty Hypoxis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has a rosette of fleshy, green leaves and produces small yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as cliffs and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Hypoxis pulchella is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypoxis pulchella is yellow and has five petals. Its seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are thin and tall with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypoxis pulchella is a small, perennial herb that grows in clumps. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and rocky areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Hypoxis pulchella

Hypoxis pulchella can be found in the eastern United States and Canada, as well as in parts of Mexico.

Hypoxis pulchella FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Hypoxis pulchella?

Hypoxis pulchella prefers temperatures between 60-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Hypoxis pulchella need?

Hypoxis pulchella needs bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Hypoxis pulchella?

Hypoxis pulchella 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-279163: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.