oxalis oregana

Pacific Northwest oxalis, Sleeping beauty.

Care level

Medium

This woodland charmer puts on a daily show by folding its shamrock-shaped leaves down at night and reopening them in the morning like tiny umbrellas. Its delicate white flowers peek through the foliage, but the real magic happens when the leaves turn purple-red in response to bright light.

Care & maintenance

Light

Low light

All areas of your interior that are in the shade or more than 2.5 meters away from a natural light source.

Temperature

Wide range (41°F - 77°F)

Fertilization frequency

Low

Once per season.

Humidity & watering

Moderate

Keep the soil slightly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 40 and 70% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Acid-loving plant mix: An acidic, moisture-retentive mix with good drainage.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

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Pot

Standard size

Standard size

Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.

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Features

Size & growth

Small

Trailing

Moderate growth

This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach up to 12 inches in height or spread.

It spreads horizontally, often along the ground.

Toxicity

Toxicity table by species
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Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Flowering & self-pollinating

The oxalis oregana can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is capable of self-pollination, it does not need another individual to fertilize itself and therefore produce fruits.

Propagation methods

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