Overview
Hypoxis decumbens is a plant with a herbaceous perennial, clump-forming habit in the genus Hypoxis, part of the Hypoxidaceae family, with linear to lanceolate, basal rosettes foliage. Hypoxis decumbens grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock gardens, containers and woodland edges.
About
Hypoxis decumbens, the coquí, is a species of plant in the Hypoxidaceae, considered by some authors to be included within the Liliaceae or Amaryllidaceae. The species is widespread across South America, Central America, Mexico, and the West Indies. In the garden it prefers full sun and partial shade and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it is hardy in most of the UK (RHS H5). Suggested uses include rock gardens, containers and woodland edges. It tolerates acid and neutral soils, well-drained, moist conditions and south-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hypoxis
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Hypoxis decumbens size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Herbaceous perennial, Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Linear to lanceolate, Basal rosettes
- Suggested uses
- Rock gardens, Containers, Woodland edges
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hypoxis decumbens
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hypoxis decumbens?
Hypoxis decumbens prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hypoxis decumbens need?
Hypoxis decumbens grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist.
Is Hypoxis decumbens hardy in the UK?
Hypoxis decumbens has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Hypoxis decumbens?
Seed, Division.
