Oxalis oregana
$7.15 – $7.90
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Redwood sorrel
Redwood sorrel is a short herbaceous perennial plant with erect flowering stems 5–15 cm tall. The three leaflets are heart-shaped with purplish undersides. The flowers are white to pink and the hairy five-chambered seed capsules are egg-shaped.
This oxalis is found in moist Douglas Fir and Coast Redwood forests, blanketing the forest floor with its dense foliage, making it a great understory ground cover.
The leaves of Oxalis oregana were eaten by Native Americans, probably in small quantities, since they contain mildly toxic oxalic acid, hence the genus name.
Bloom period: February – September
Sun: Part Shade, Shade
Water: Light, Moderate, High
Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand
Other: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Bees
| Container | 4"-O, 4"O, 4" |
|---|---|
| Ecological Value | Tiny white flowers attract native bees and butterflies. |
| Historical Uses | The leaves were eaten by Native Americans, probably in small quantities, since they contain mildly toxic oxalic acid. |
| Distribution | native to California and is also found outside of California, but is confined to western North America. |
| Elevation | Between 0 and 3280 feet |
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| Habitat | Widespread on the dark, moist forest floor |
