Ipheion uniflorum
TAXONOMY
FamilyAmaryllidaceae
GenusIpheion
Zone5
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Ipheion uniflorum, commonly known as Spring Starflower, is a bulbous geophyte native to temperate regions of South America. It belongs to the Amaryllidaceae family and is known for its star-shaped, pale blue to white flowers that bloom in early spring. The plant undergoes a dormancy period during the summer months.
ALSO KNOWN AS
Spring Starflower
Beauverdia uniflora
Beauverdia uniflora f. alba
Beauverdia uniflora f. roseo-plena
Beauverdia uniflora f. tenuitepala
Brodiaea uniflora
Brodiaea uniflora var. alba
Brodiaea uniflora var. conspicua
Brodiaea uniflora var. violacea
Hookera uniflora
Hookera uniflora f. violacea
Ipheion uniflorum f. album
Ipheion uniflorum f. conspicuum
Ipheion uniflorum f. roseo-plenum
Ipheion uniflorum f. tenuitepalum
Ipheion uniflorum f. violaceum
Leucocoryne uniflora
Milla bonariensis
Milla conspicua
Milla uniflora
Milla uniflora var. conspicua
Tristagma peregrinans
Tristagma uniflorum
Tristagma uniflorum f. album
Tristagma uniflorum f. conspicuum
Tristagma uniflorum f. pauciflorum
Tristagma uniflorum f. roseoplenum
Tristagma uniflorum f. tenuitepalum
Tristagma uniflorum f. violaceum
Triteleia conspicua
Triteleia uniflora
OVERVIEW
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WaterDry
SoilLoamy
LightDirect Bright (6 Hours)
Temperature15° C
Humidity50%
Dormancy3 Months
pH6.5
Pressure1,013 mbar
DETAILS
Care Instructions
Ipheion uniflorum is relatively easy to care for. It prefers bright, direct sunlight and moderate temperatures. The plant thrives in environments with moderate humidity. Water the plant sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out almost completely between waterings.Soil
Ipheion uniflorum prefers well-draining loam soil. Ensure the soil mix has good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can cause bulb rot. A slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal for this plant.Fertilizer
Use a balanced fertilizer with a nutrient composition of 5-10-10. Fertilize the plant once in early spring as new growth begins. Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can harm the plant.Repotting
Repot Ipheion uniflorum bulbs every 2-3 years, preferably in the fall. Carefully dig up the bulbs, separate any offsets, and replant them in fresh, well-draining soil. Ensure the bulbs are planted at the correct depth, with the pointed end facing upwards.Propagation
Propagate Ipheion uniflorum by dividing the bulbs during the dormancy period in late summer or early fall. Gently separate the offsets from the main bulb and replant them in well-draining soil. Water sparingly until new growth appears.Pruning
Pruning is not required for Ipheion uniflorum. However, you can remove spent flowers and yellowing foliage to maintain the plant's appearance and encourage new growth.Toxicity
Ipheion uniflorum is not known to be toxic to pets or humans. However, it is always best to keep plants out of reach of pets and children to prevent any accidental ingestion.REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR PLANT CARE
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