Oxalis montana aka Mountain Woodsorrel

Taxonomy

Common names

Mountain Woodsorrel, White Wood Sorrel, American Wood Sorrel

How to care for Mountain Woodsorrel

Difficulty

With its straightforward care requirements, Mountain Woodsorrel is a hassle-free plant that anyone can enjoy.

Water

Mountain Woodsorrel should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Mountain Woodsorrel loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Mountain Woodsorrel prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Toxicity

Mountain Woodsorrel is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

Humidity

The Mountain Woodsorrel does not demand additional humidity levels. Water is mostly absorbed by the roots of plants, rather than their leaves, and the best way to provide humidity to your plants is through watering the soil.

Fertilizer

The Mountain Woodsorrel is known for its slow growth and doesn't require fertilizing beyond its potting soil. Replacing the soil in its pot once a year should offer it sufficient nutrition. It's essential to remember that plants get their energy from the sun, not from fertilizers.

Growth-pattern

The Mountain Woodsorrel displays clumping growth habits, with new shoots arising from the soil close to the parent plant.

Region of origin

Mountain Woodsorrel’s native range is Worldwide.


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