Oxalis acetosella
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Oxalis acetosella
Also known as:
Wood sorrel
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer, Vegetable, Soil
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.10 m
Width:
0.30 m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
3-7
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Shadow, Half shade, Sun
Shadow, Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Flowers, Stem
Leaves, Flowers, Stem
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Ground cover
Ground cover
Description
Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked and have a delicious, lemony flavor. You can make a refreshing drink from them or add them to salads, soups, sauces, and so on. However, it is important to use the leaves in moderation, as they can be toxic in large amounts. The flowers can be eaten raw and make a decorative addition to salads. In addition, the dried plant can be used as a coagulating agent for plant-based milk.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/05
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Arbutus unedoxaera Strawberry Tree |
Enhances soil structure and provides shade, which benefits Oxalis by retaining moisture. |
|
Cydonia oblonga Quince |
Attracts beneficial insects and improves pollination for nearby plants. |
|
Morus nigra Black Mulberry |
Provides a habitat for beneficial birds that control pest populations. |
|
Crataegus monogyna Hawthorn, Oneseed hawthorn |
Improves biodiversity by providing habitat for various species, benefiting the ecosystem around Oxalis. |
|
Sorbopyrus auricularis Bollwyller Pear |
Contributes to shade, improves moisture retention and creates a more favorable microclimate for Oxalis. |
|
Achillea millefolium Yarrow, Boreal yarrow, California yarrow, Giant yarrow, Coast yarrow, Western yarrow, Pacific yarrow |
Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects that assist in plant growth and fertilization. |
|
Hydrangea serrata Hydrangea, Mountain Hydrangea, Sawtooth Hydrangea |
Provides shelter and enhances the ecological community supporting Oxalis. |
|
Rubus idaeus Raspberry |
Offers ground cover that suppresses weeds while benefiting from the same soil conditions as Oxalis. |