Oxalis triangularis (False Shamrock / purple plant)

Native to Brazil this plant is found growing under the canopy of humid forests. This plant has deep purple triangular shaped three lobed leaves which are light sensitive. Meaning that the leaves will open in the morning and close at night. In summer they can produce small pink flowers. This plant goes through a dormancy period during the winter and can lose its leaves but not to worry as these will grow back in spring. Belongs to the Oxalidaceae family.

Difficulty: This plant has an easy rating

Light requirements: Oxalis need bright but indirect light. Direct sun will scorch the leaves!

Watering: Water Oxalis when the top 1-2 inches of the soil are dry. Water from Spring-Autumn but reduce gradually in Autumn and keep the soil completely in winter as the plant falls dormant. The leaves will start to die late autumn and eventually fall off. Dormancy will last around 3 months. Keep your Oxalis in a dark and cool room until the sping

Humidity: Oxalis will thrive in higher humidity levels so consider a humidifier or frequent misting especially throughout the summer. It will survive in lower to medium humidity but will benefit form the higher!

Toxicity: Highly toxic to pets and humans if ingested. Caution is advised

Feeding: Use a liquid fertiliser every 3-4 weeks in the growing season and stop in winter

Repotting: Roughly every 1-2 years or when the plant seems root bound or shows signs of stunted growth