Wood Sorrel (Oxalis Acetosella) is a perennial herb in the Oxalidaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A small, perennial herbaceous plant with trifoliate leaves and delicate white to pinkish flowers, commonly found in shady woodlands across Europe and parts of Asia.

Wood Sorrel

Wood Sorrel

Oxalis Acetosella

A small, perennial herbaceous plant with trifoliate leaves and delicate white to pinkish flowers, commonly found in shady woodlands across Europe and parts of Asia.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, biodiversity support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wood Sorrel

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Fertilize
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Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Oxalidaceae
Genus:Oxalis