OXALIS
Also known as the Purple Shamrock, the Oxalis is a great option for a plant on a sunny window, with it's delicate butterfly shaped leaves.
WATER
Water when the top 5cm of soil has become dry. Do not allow the plant to sit in water.
LIGHT
Lots and lots of bright indirect and some direct light will help your Oxalis to thrive. If they are not getting enough light parts of the plant will go dormant, but once you pop them into a brighter spot they will grow back.
FERTILISING
Oxalis don't need a lot of feed, but you can give them diluted fertiliser every 4 to 6 weeks during the Spring and Summer months.
SOIL
Oxalis like a well draining soil mix. Visit our soil bar and add pumice and perlite to a standard houseplant mix.
TEMPERATURE
Standard household temperatures are fine.
HUMIDITY
Standard household humidity is fine.
TOXICITY
Considered toxic to humans and animals.