Edible [1] | May be edible. See the Plants For A Future link below for details. | Flower Type [1] | Hermaphrodite | Hazards [1] | Plant contains calcium oxalate crystals and can cause mild irritation to the throat if eaten; Thorough cooking destroys the toxin. People with a tendency to rheumatism, arthritis, gout, kidney stones and hyperacidity should take especial caution if including this plant in their diet; | Lifespan [1] | Perennial | Pollinators [1] | Insects, Lepidoptera | Structure [2] | Herb | Usage [1] | Seeds are hygrometric and can be used in amateur weather forecasting. | ![](/img/transp.gif) | Height [1] | 6 inches (0.15 m) | Width [1] | 1.968 inches (0.05 m) | View Plants For A Future Record : Hypoxis hygrometrica |