Plant Details

Oxalis acetosella

Wood sorrel

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General Information

Scientific name: Oxalis acetosella
Also known as: Wood sorrel

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous, Vegetable, Ground cover
Size: Small
Height: 0.10 m
Width: 0.30 m
Growth Rate: Fast
Leaf: None

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 3-7
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Shade, Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Flowers, Stems
Edibility:
(3)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
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