Oxalis lasiandra
Basic Information
Family: Oxalidaceae
Genus: oxalis
Plant ID (slug): oxalis-lasiandra
Numeric ID: 25553
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Oxalis lasiandra is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. It is in flower from July to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
Southern N. America - Mexico.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Oxalis lasiandra