Plants in family oxalidaceae
Oxalis palmifrons
Oxalis palmifrons is a unique plant native to South Africa's Western Karroo, resembling a green snowflake with ground-hugging rosettes. It is a winter grower with light pink flowers in late fall and remains evergreen in winter. This plant is dormant in summer heat and thrives in hard clayey soil.
Oxalis lasiandra
Oxalis lasiandra, native to Oaxaca, Mexico, is a perennial herb with unique green foliage resembling palm trees and cerise-pink flowers. It is hardy and non-invasive, thriving in Quercus-Acacia forests.
Oxalis bowiei
Oxalis bowiei, native to the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, is a clumping plant with glossy-green, shamrock-like leaves and cherry-pink flowers that bloom from late October. This plant emerges from dormancy in the fall and continues flowering for several months, with foliage going dormant in late spring. It is known for its ability to attract butterflies and its non-invasive growth habit, making it a suitable choice for gardens in various climates. Oxalis bowiei is also naturalized in Australia and is named after the plant collector James Bowie.
Oxalis triangularis 'Purple Shamrock'
Oxalis triangularis 'Purple Shamrock' is a striking plant with deep purple, heart-shaped leaves that fold at night. It produces delicate pink blossoms in summer, making it a charming addition to indoor or outdoor spaces. This plant is perfect for adding a pop of color and interest to any garden or home.
Oxalis violacea
Oxalis violacea is a US native plant with leaves that vary from solid green to purple-patterned. It forms tight clumps and blooms with light lavender flowers in April. This perennial thrives in full sun rock gardens and moist woodland settings, spreading rapidly by runners and bulbs.
Oxalis triangularis 'Silverado'
Oxalis triangularis 'Silverado' is a perennial with dome-shaped clumps of four-leaf clover leaves, featuring an olive color with a central silver pattern. It produces white flowers in late summer and early fall and is native to South America. This plant prefers shade to partial sun and goes dormant in cold weather, re-emerging from rhizomes in spring.
Biophytum sensitivum
Biophytum sensitivum, found in tropical regions of India and Southeast Asia, is known for its fern-like foliage and rapid leaf movement in response to touch. Rich in beneficial compounds, it is used for medicinal purposes and is easy to care for, making it a fascinating addition to plant collections.
Biophytum zenkeri
Native to West Africa, this plant has delicate fern-like leaves and a bright green color. It produces clusters of small white flowers in summer and is known for its attractive foliage.
Oxalis triangularis
Oxalis triangularis, also known as the false shamrock, is a perennial plant with deep maroon trifoliate leaves that fold at night. It produces white or pale pink flowers and thrives in bright indirect sunlight, making it a popular houseplant.
Oxalis 'Plum Crazy'
Oxalis 'Plum Crazy' is a plant that thrives in bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It is easy to propagate and suitable for container gardens, making it a popular choice for indoor and outdoor plant enthusiasts. Its adaptability and ease of care make it a favorite among those looking to add a touch of greenery to their spaces.
Oxalis spiralis
Oxalis spiralis, commonly known as spiral sorrel, is an ornamental plant native to Central and western South America. It is appreciated for its unique spiral growth pattern and is available in several subspecies, including spiralis, membranifolia, trichophora, and vulcanicola.
Oxalis triangularis 'Francis'
Oxalis triangularis 'Francis' is a heat-loving false shamrock with bright purple leaves and light lavender flowers in fall. Discovered in Houston, this plant forms an 8-inch tall clump and is lighter in color than Oxalis 'Atropurpurea'.
Biophytum soukupii
Biophytum soukupii is a tropical plant with delicate, fern-like foliage and small purple flowers. It is known for its rapid movement when touched, as the leaves fold inward and droop. This plant is easy to care for and adds a dynamic element to any indoor plant collection.
Oxalis articulata f. crassipes
Oxalis articulata f. crassipes is a hardy South American oxalis with light pink flowers and darker cherry hearts. It forms a 10-inch tall clump and blooms in spring and fall. This bulbous perennial is dormant in hot summer climates.
Oxalis triangularis 'Irish Mist'
Oxalis triangularis 'Irish Mist' is a compact plant with a 10-inch wide rosette of three-lobed, light green leaves speckled with white. It produces pure white flowers in late spring, and the leaf speckles fade in hot weather but return with cooler temperatures. This plant is non-invasive and does not spread or seed.
Oxalis perdicaria
Oxalis perdicaria is a small clump-forming plant native to high elevations in Chile and Bolivia. It features brilliant yellow flowers and is suitable for rock gardens. This non-weedy plant goes dormant in April and can be grown indoors in colder climates.
Oxalis triangularis 'Silver Shadow'
Oxalis triangularis 'Silver Shadow' is a unique plant with pewter leaves and a purple underside, featuring a speckled green edge. It forms a small clump and produces white flowers throughout the summer, making it an attractive addition to gardens.
Oxalis versicolor
Oxalis versicolor is a bulbous perennial known for its unique white and red pinstriped blooms. Growing 6-10 inches tall, it spreads quickly and thrives in full to part sun with well-drained soil. This fast-growing plant opens its flowers during the day and closes them at night.
Oxalis tetraphylla
Oxalis tetraphylla, known as the clumping iron cross shamrock, features four large, shamrock-like leaves with dark purple inner corners forming a purple cross. It grows in 10-inch tall clumps topped with 12-inch flower stalks bearing peachy pink flowers from June to September. This easy-to-grow Mexican native is ideal for adding color and interest to gardens without spreading or reseeding.
Oxalis triangularis 'Atropurpurea'
Oxalis triangularis 'Atropurpurea' is a clump-forming plant with deep velvety-purple leaves and a black border. It produces light pink flowers in summer and is suitable for perennial borders or woodland gardens. This plant is hardy to zone 6 and thrives in part sun to light shade. Its striking foliage and delicate flowers make it a popular choice for adding color to shaded areas.
Oxalis triangularis 'Black Beauty'
Oxalis triangularis 'Black Beauty' is known for its striking solid black-purple foliage and pure white flowers that appear in spring and fall. This perennial has been trialed for 16 years in gardens and is a unique choice for those looking to add dramatic color to their plant collection.
Oxalis violacea 'Purple Butterfly'
Oxalis violacea 'Purple Butterfly' is a native plant from Canada to Mexico, thriving in hot, dry rock gardens and light shade. It features shamrock-like foliage with a purple center and mauvy lavender flowers on 6-inch stalks. This plant grows from tiny true bulbs and blooms in spring and early fall.
Oxalis violacea 'Lufkin Lover'
Oxalis violacea 'Lufkin Lover' is a small plant with solid green leaves and lavender flowers. It grows to 6 inches tall and 1 foot wide, going dormant in summer and re-emerging in October, making it a charming addition to gardens.
Oxalis violacea 'Tyrian Purple'
Oxalis violacea 'Tyrian Purple' is a plant with a strong purple band in the middle of each leaf and near-white flowers in spring. It is more showy in full sun and requires deadheading to prevent extra seedlings.
Oxalis spiralis ssp. vulcanicola
Oxalis spiralis ssp. vulcanicola is a low-growing perennial native to the Andes, known for its dark purple to maroon clover-like leaves. It produces delicate yellow flowers and thrives in bright, indirect light. This plant prefers well-draining soil and regular moisture, making it suitable for ground cover or container planting.