Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
schimperi
ID:
671259

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 17: 110 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670591



Common Names

  • Schimper's Hypoxis
  • Schimper's Star Grass
  • Schimper's Star Grass


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Synonyms

  • Hypoxis macrocarpa E.Holt & Staubo [unknown]

Description

Hypoxis schimperi (also called 'African Star Grass', 'African Star-grass' and 'African Star-grass Daisy', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has small, yellow flowers and is native to Africa. It is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hypoxis schimperi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Hypoxis schimperi are small, yellow, and star-shaped. They are arranged in clusters of two to five flowers. Seeds: The seeds of Hypoxis schimperi are small, black, and round. Seedlings: The seedlings of Hypoxis schimperi are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypoxis schimperi is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Hypoxis schimperi

Hypoxis schimperi is native to India and can be found in the states of Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.

Hypoxis schimperi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypoxis schimperi?

Hypoxis schimperi

What is the common name of Hypoxis schimperi?

Hypoxis

Where is Hypoxis schimperi native to?

Africa

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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