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Oxalis stricta

upright yellow sorrel

Synonyms

Oxalis fontana
Oxalis dillenii misapplied
see moreOxalis cymosa
Oxalis europaea
Oxalis navieri

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Botanical details

Family: Oxalidaceae
Native to GB / Ireland: No
Genus: Oxalis
Genus description: Oxalis can be annuals or perennials, with fibrous, bulbous or rhizomatous rootstocks, palmately divided leaves and funnel-shaped or bowl-shaped flowers that mostly close in dull weather and at night
Name status: Correct

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