{"title":"Seasonal Oxalis","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"335\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenus: \u003cem data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"115\"\u003eOxalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"335\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"129\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oxalidaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"144\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"144\" data-end=\"161\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood Sorrel, Shamrock, False Shamrock\u003cbr data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"202\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"219\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Worldwide—especially abundant in South America and South Africa; several species are also native to North America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"717\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"353\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"356\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eOxalis\u003c\/em\u003e is a diverse genus of herbaceous plants known for their clover-like leaves, dainty five-petalled flowers, and fascinating leaf movement—many species fold their leaves at night or when touched. Ranging from delicate wildflowers to showy ornamentals, \u003cem data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"622\"\u003eOxalis\u003c\/em\u003e includes over 500 species, with forms suitable for both indoor containers and outdoor gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eOrnamental species like \u003cem data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"764\"\u003eOxalis triangularis\u003c\/em\u003e (False Shamrock) and \u003cem data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"803\"\u003eOxalis spiralis\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Aurea’ (Golden Shamrock) are particularly popular for their striking foliage—deep purple, bright green, or golden yellow—and charming flowers that bloom throughout the growing season. While beautiful, some \u003cem data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eOxalis\u003c\/em\u003e species are considered aggressive spreaders in garden beds and should be planted with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light indoors; partial sun to full sun outdoors, depending on species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained soil; prefers slightly acidic, loamy soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; water when the top inch of soil is dry. Allow dormancy period for bulbous varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Varies by species; many ornamental types are tender (Zones 8–11), while some wild types are hardy to Zone 4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low; remove spent flowers, and allow dormancy after blooming. Easily divided or grown from bulbs or rhizomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eThe name \u003cem data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003eOxalis\u003c\/em\u003e comes from the Greek \u003cem data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eoxys\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning “sour,” referencing the mild acidity in the leaves due to oxalic acid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eSome species are edible in small amounts and add a lemony tang to salads—but should be consumed sparingly, as high levels of oxalic acid can be harmful in excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003eOxalis triangularis\u003c\/em\u003e is a favourite houseplant due to its bold purple leaves and charming, delicate flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003eIn Ireland and North America, certain \u003cem data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003eOxalis\u003c\/em\u003e species are marketed as “shamrocks” around St. Patrick’s Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003eThe leaves of many \u003cem data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003eOxalis\u003c\/em\u003e species close at night in a process called nyctinasty—a response to light and temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/oxalis.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. 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