Water
Water Shiny Stargrass regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly during its dormant period in winter.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Hypoxis obtusa, Shiny Stargrass, is a small, tufted perennial with star-shaped yellow flowers and glossy, grass-like leaves. Native to southern Africa, it thrives in well
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate to High
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light; can tolerate some direct sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist during growth, reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Ideal range is 18-24°C; avoid extreme cold.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed bi-monthly during the growing season with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Shiny Stargrass regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly during its dormant period in winter.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune away any dead or yellowing foliage to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage new growth. Spent flower stalks can also be removed. Minimal pruning is generally required, focusing on tidiness.
Propagate Shiny Stargrass by dividing established clumps during the spring. Carefully separate the rhizomes, ensuring each section has at least one bud. Replant immediately in well-draining soil.
Repot Hypoxis obtusa every 2-3 years, or when it outgrows its container. This is best done in early spring before new growth begins. Use a well-draining potting mix and a slightly larger pot.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Hypoxidaceae |
| Genus | Hypoxis |
| Species | Hypoxis obtusa |
Similar in genus Hypoxis
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