Bowie's Wood-sorrel (Oxalis Bowiei) is a perennial herb in the Oxalidaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light or full_sun (morning) light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Oxalis bowiei is a perennial herb native to the Cape Province of South Africa, known for its rich cherry-pink flowers and trifoliate leaves resembling shamrocks.

Bowie's Wood-sorrel

Bowie's Wood-sorrel

Oxalis Bowiei

Oxalis bowiei is a perennial herb native to the Cape Province of South Africa, known for its rich cherry-pink flowers and trifoliate leaves resembling shamrocks.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light, full_sun (morning)
Hardiness Zones
9-11

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, sandy, rocky
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bowie's Wood-sorrel

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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