Oxalis articulata

RHS Plant Profile
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Synonyms

Oxalis articulata 'Rosea'
Oxalis floribunda misapplied

Herbaceous Perennial

A rhizomatous, clump-forming, deciduous perennial up to 45cm tall in flower, with green, clover-like, three-lobed leaves on long stalks and masses of bright pink flowers in umbels on long flower stems, through the summer

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Loam, Sand, Chalk

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.5-1 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.5-1 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand Chalk
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained
pH
Acid or Neutral or Alkaline

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Oxalidaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
Genus
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
Plant Range
E C South America

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil in full sun. Grows best in light or disturbed, acid soils. Can also be grown in a container in an alpine house

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring; small sections of rhizome root easily with bottom heat or from seed

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Rock garden

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails outdoors

Diseases

May be susceptible to rust diseases