Oxalis oregana
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Oxalis oregana
Also known as:
Redwood sorrel
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer, Vegetable, Soil
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.20 m
Width:
0.30 m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
6-9
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
Leaves, Flowers
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Ground cover
Ground cover
Description
Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked and have a sour taste that is especially loved by children. They are an excellent addition to mixed salads and can be harvested year-round. A large quantity of leaves and stems can ferment and be used for a tasty dessert. A pie can be made from the thin leaf stems, similar to rhubarb pie. However, be mindful of the toxicity and use everything in moderation. The flowers have a pleasant sour taste and can be eaten raw.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/05
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Broussonetia papyrifera Paper Mulberry |
Broussonetia papyrifera can improve soil quality and provide shade, helping to conserve moisture for Oxalis oregana. |
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Phyllostachys edulis Moso-Chiku, Tortoise shell bamboo |
Phyllostachys edulis can enhance the structure of the soil while providing vertical growth and surface coverage, which can help prevent erosion. |
|
Rhamnus frangula syn. Frangula alnus Alder Buckthorn |
Rhamnus frangula can attract beneficial insects and improve habitat diversity, which complements the growth of Oxalis oregana. |
|
Vaccinium corymbosum Northern blueberry |
Vaccinium corymbosum can provide berries for wildlife and support title relationships in the ecosystem, benefiting the area where Oxalis oregana grows. |
|
Ribes rubrum Redcurrant, Whitecurrant |
Ribes rubrum can provide a food source for birds and other wildlife, promoting a balanced ecosystem around Oxalis oregana. |