Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1897: 284 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670115
Common Names
- Few-leaved Starflower
- Few-leaved Hypoxis
- Few-leaved Potato
Description
Hypoxis oligophylla (also called Star Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to North America and is typically found in dry, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hypoxis oligophylla 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 oligophylla has bright yellow flowers with six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypoxis oligophylla is a hardy perennial that can be grown in USDA zones 5-9. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process.
Where to Find Hypoxis oligophylla
Hypoxis oligophylla is native to the temperate regions of Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.
Hypoxis oligophylla FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Hypoxis oligophylla?
Hypoxis oligophylla prefers temperatures between 40-80 degrees Fahrenheit.
What type of soil is best for Hypoxis oligophylla?
Hypoxis oligophylla prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
How often should I water Hypoxis oligophylla?
Hypoxis oligophylla should be watered once a week, or when the 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,