Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Oxalidaceae

Genus:

Oxalis

Species:

Oxalis decaphylla

USDA Symbol:

OXDE4

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

15 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

pink, white

Ground Cover:

Yes

Wildlife Benefits

Bees:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to regions with seasonal rainfall