Water
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Allow excess water to drain away completely. Reduce watering during winter months when growth slows.
Also known as Fleshy Yellow-Sorrel · Peruvian Fleshy Yellow-Sorrel
Oxalis megalorrhiza is a South American perennial herb with succulent, clover-like leaves and bright yellow flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
80% intensity
Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Ensure good drainage.
60% intensity
Reduce watering in winter.
Well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend, or a mix of potting soil with perlite or sand.
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C.
70% intensity
Can tolerate cooler temperatures but avoid frost.
Indoor, Outdoor
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
30% intensity
Do not fertilize in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic to pets and humans.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Allow excess water to drain away completely. Reduce watering during winter months when growth slows.
Prune to maintain shape and remove any dead or leggy stems. Pinching back the tips can encourage bushier growth. Minimal pruning is usually required.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings or by dividing the root ball. Cuttings can be rooted in water or soil. Division is best done in spring.
Repot every 1-2 years in spring when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a pot that is only slightly larger than the previous one, with fresh, well-draining soil.
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Where Oxalis Megalorrhiza (Oxalis megalorrhiza) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Oxalidales |
| Family | Oxalidaceae |
| Genus | Oxalis |
| Species | Oxalis megalorrhiza |
Similar in genus Oxalis
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