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Hypoxis iridifolia

by Johan Wentzel

Hypoxis iridifolia
Plant Type
Bulb, Perennial
Hypoxis iridifolia is a herbaceous geophyte with a rootstock densely covered with bristle hairs. The spirally twisted leaves with white hairs on the margins and keel makes this plant very attractive. The star-shaped and lemon yellow flowers are exceptionally large for this genus.
Plant Description

Hypoxis iridifolia is a herbaceous geophyte with a rootstock densely covered with bristle hairs. This species occurs in grasslands, often in sandy soils. The spirally twisted leaves with white hairs on the margin and keel makes this plant very attractive. The star-shaped and lemon yellow flowers are exceptionally large for this genus.

Interplant Hypoxis iridifolia with grasses.

Hardiness
Very hardy
Position
Sun
Water Requirements
Water wise
Evergreen
Deciduous
Growth Rate
Slow
Flowering Time
Spring
Flower Colour
Yellow
Shape
Compact
Soil
Loam
Plant Size
50cm
Region
Gauteng, Free State, Mpumalanga
Habitat
Grassland
Grown by Wildflower Nursery
Yes
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