Redwood-Sorrel
Oxalis oregana
- Native to:
- Canada, United States
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Oxalidaceae
- Genus:
- Oxalis
- Species:
- Oxalis oregana
- USDA Symbol:
- OXOR
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 20 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- mar,apr,may,jun,jul
- Bloom Colors:
- white, pink
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Reported Fauna Sightings
Bees: Black-tailed bumble (Bombus melanopygus), Ceratina acantha Moths:Trichodezia californiata Butterflies:Margined White (Pieris marginalis), Pacific Fritillary (Boloria epithore)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- small mammals, birds
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.0 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- Thrives in forest understory with ample organic matter