Oxalis laciniata

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A clump-forming, rhizomatous, deciduous perennial species with fleshy grey-green foliage. Fragrant, violet-blue flowers with a darker centre appear from summer through to autumn. Ideal in an alpine house or as a houseplant

Oxalis laciniata

Scientific classification

Species
Oxalis laciniata (Oxalis laciniata)
Genus
Oxalis
Family
Oxalidaceae
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Toxicity
Alpine Rockery · Conservatory Greenhouse · Houseplants
Plant type
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Height
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Spread
Deciduous
Foliage
Clump forming
Habit
Summer · Autumn
Season of interest
Partial shade
Sunlight
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Ideal temperature

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Distribution of Oxalis laciniata

Distribution map

Plant distribution
  • Native
  • Introduced
  • Cultivated

Source:WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries:WGSRPD / TDWG

Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of Oxalis laciniata

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Oxalis laciniata care guide

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Watering
Partial shade
Sunlight
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Ideal temperature

Watering

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

Fertilizing

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by seed, sown with moderate heat in late winter or early spring

Growing

Grow in well-drained, humus-rich soil in full sun in a sheltered position, or in an alpine house in a mixture of equal parts loam, leaf mould and grit

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to a rust

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs, snails and vine weevil larvae

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