Oxalis 'Purple Shamrock'

Botanical: Oxalis triangularis

Common: Purple Shamrock, Wood Sorrel, Shamrock Plant

• Light: Bright Indirect
• Ideal Temperature: 60-75°F
• Humidity: Medium
• Water: When the top inch of soil is dry
• Fertilize: Once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength
• Preferred Soil: Well-Draining Potting Mix

• Some species can tolerate partial shade, especially in hot climates. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
• Protect from drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
• Some Oxalis species go dormant periodically, usually during late fall or winter. During dormancy, reduce watering and allow the plant to rest until new growth emerges.

• Member of the Oxalidaceae family, also known as the Wood Sorrel family, encompasses approximately 900 species of flowering plants.
• Oxalis species are found worldwide, with many native to South America and South Africa.

• Many Oxalis species produce small, delicate flowers that can be white, pink, or yellow. Flowers typically appear in clusters above the foliage.
• Some Oxalis species exhibit nyctinastic movement, where leaves fold upward at night and reopen during the day, reacting to light changes.
• Wood sorrel leaves have a tangy flavor due to oxalic acid content and are used in culinary dishes as a garnish or salad green in some cultures.
• Oxalis is often associated with luck and good fortune, especially species like Oxalis deppei (Lucky Shamrock), which resemble traditional shamrocks.