Also known as Fine Bristle Woodsorrel
Oxalis hispidula is a small, herbaceous perennial known for its clover-like leaves and delicate white flowers, native to North America.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers morning sun or filtered light; avoid harsh afternoon sun.
Keep soil moist
75% intensity
Water when top inch of soil is dry. Avoid waterlogging.
Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil
50% intensity
Average room temperature
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost and extreme heat.
Outdoor
50% intensity
During growing season
50% intensity
Feed with diluted liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks from spring to summer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top centimeter of soil feels dry to the touch. Reduce watering slightly during cooler periods or dormancy.
Avoid letting the plant sit in standing water, which can lead to root rot.
Prune to maintain a desirable shape and remove any dead or yellowing foliage. Pinch back leggy stems to encourage bushier growth.
Light pruning can be done at any time, but more significant shaping is best done in early spring before active growth begins.
Oxalis hispidula can be easily propagated by division of its rhizomes or bulbs. Gently separate the divisions during repotting in spring and plant them in fresh potting mix.
They also readily self-seed, so volunteer seedlings can be transplanted.
Repot your Oxalis hispidula every 1-2 years or when it becomes root-bound. The best time to repot is in early spring before new growth emerges.
Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
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Where Oxalis Hispidula (Oxalis hispidula) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Oxalidales |
| Family | Oxalidaceae |
| Genus | Oxalis |
| Species | Oxalis hispidula |
Similar in genus Oxalis
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