Hooveria parviflora is a species of perennial herb in the subfamily Agavoideae known by the common name smallflower soap plant.

It resembles a smaller version of Chlorogalum pomeridianum, with wavy leaves and white flowers that open during the day.

Hooveria parviflora is a perennial wildflower, growing from a bulb 4 to 7 cm (1.6 to 2.8 in) wide.

The leaves emerge from the top of the bulb, and are long and narrow, with wavy margins, 3 to 9 mm (0.12 to 0.35 in) wide.

On the flower, the perianth parts spread from above the base, and are colored a white to pink, with a darker midvein.