Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering significantly during its summer dormancy period to prevent rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, which can be detrimental to the bulbous roots.
Also known as Oneleaf Sorrel
Oxalis monophylla is a small perennial herb native to South Africa, recognized by its single, clover-like leaf and delicate white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light.
70% intensity
Avoid direct, harsh sunlight.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry.
60% intensity
Reduce watering during summer dormancy.
Well-draining potting mix, slightly acidic to neutral.
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures.
50% intensity
Ideal range 15-25°C; tolerate cooler in winter.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed during growing season.
40% intensity
Use diluted balanced fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering significantly during its summer dormancy period to prevent rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, which can be detrimental to the bulbous roots.
Remove spent flowers and yellowing leaves to maintain a tidy appearance. No significant pruning is usually required. If the plant becomes leggy, you can trim it back slightly to encourage bushier growth.
Allow the foliage to die back naturally before its dormancy period.
Easily propagated by division of the bulbous offsets during repotting in late summer or early autumn. Seeds can also be sown in spring, but division is generally more reliable for maintaining desirable traits.
Ensure divisions have at least one eye or bulb to grow.
Repot every 1-2 years in early autumn as new growth begins, or when the pot becomes crowded. Use a well-draining potting mix. Gently remove offsets and plant them in their own pots or back into the main pot.
This is also a good time to check root health.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Oxalis Monophylla (Oxalis monophylla)
Where Oxalis Monophylla (Oxalis monophylla) 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 monophylla |
Similar in genus Oxalis
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