Garden pink-sorrel (Oxalis latifolia)
Oxalis latifolia, the Garden pink-sorrel, is a vigorous perennial herb with clover-like leaves and pinkish-purple flowers, often considered a garden weed.
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Sunlight
Bright, indirect light
Watering
Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged
Soil
Well-drained
Temperature
Average room temperatures
Fertilizer
Feed during growing season
Care Requirements
Bright, indirect light
Can tolerate some direct morning sun
Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged
Reduce watering during dormancy
Well-drained
Average room temperatures
Prefers 18-24°C, can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter
Feed during growing season
Diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
0.05-0.2 m
Spread
0.3-0.5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green, Purple
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderOxalidales
- familyOxalidaceae
- genusOxalis
- speciesOxalis latifolia
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 1/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 2/5
Edible
No
Oxalic acid can cause kidney damage if ingested in large quantities.