The Mac-Mac African hyacinth is not difficult to maintain in containers away from its natural range, and is best cultivated in containers because of its small size. It is best kept in full sun to well-lit dappled shade in a cool climate. The bulbs should be planted in a peat-rich, sandy, mineral soil, with small amounts of sifted kraal (cattle) manure or well-aged compost added. Watering should be done regularly and generously during the summer growing season. During the dry winter dormancy period, the pots should be moved out of the rain and placed in a dry, cool area, with good air movement. Pots should be almost completely dried out with only the occasional light watering, to maintain minimal soil humidity. The species can withstand very cold winter temperatures, but it is best to keep them quite dry during these periods. Watering can commence at the onset of warmer weather in spring (September to October in South Africa).

Propagation from seed is the best method of producing new plants. Seed must be sown fresh (cannot be stored) in spring or summer, in pots or trays filled with the sifted potting mixture detailed above. Sow the seed on a firmly tamped surface and cover lightly with the same mixture approximately 2 mm deep. The seed trays should be kept in a well-lit warm position, and kept damp for between 2 to 3 weeks during germination. After emergence, the tiny seedlings are ideally retained in their natal container, until they are 1 or more years old. Because of their small adult size, many plants can be planted together in attractive display pots with other complimentary dwarf sedges and mosses. Plants may reach flowering size within the first to second year of germination.