Curtis' Star-Grass
Also known as
Hypoxis erecta leptocarpa, Hypoxis hirsuta leptocarpa and Hypoxis leptocarpa
Taxonomy
Hypoxis curtissii
Hypoxis
Hypoxidaceae
Asparagales
How to care for Curtis' Star-Grass
Water
How often to water your Curtis' Star-Grass
every 9
Curtis' Star-Grass needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Curtis' Star-Grass in your home
a window
Curtis' Star-Grass love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Curtis' Star-Grass does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Curtis' Star-Grass in your home 🏡.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Curtis' Star-Grass
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Curtis' Star-Grass after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
Curtis' Star-Grass prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Curtis' Star-Grass requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Curtis' Star-Grass does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Care Summary for Curtis' Star-Grass
Curtis' Star-Grass
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
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