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March 18, 2011

Oxalis for Friday's Flower

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I purchased a small oxalis regnelli or shamrock plant yesterday.  This is a great houseplant that will bloom in bright light with some direct sun.
Shamrock is derived from the Celtic word trefoil which means 3 leaves.
These plants are related to the wood sorrel family and not related to true shamrocks.
 These plants go dormant in the summer months and should be left to regenerate themselves in a cool, darker spot.   When you notice the leaves dying off move it out of the bright location.  When new growth is noticed the plant should be moved back to the sunlight where it will grow once again.  You can even give it a bit of fertilizer then to encourage new growth.
 
I hope you have some Friday flowers to enjoy.  Why not stop over to Tootsie Time and see lots more.
 
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10 thoughts from visitors:

  1. such a delicate plant! i used to have one back in the day... thanks for the care instructions... so handy!

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  2. I love Oxalis!!! I have pink ones(bulbs actually) I got from my Mom, love them. When we were little we called it "sour grass" cuz we'd pick a stem and suck on it and it was sour. LOL
    Have a great weekend!
    *hugs*deb

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  3. I really love those little plants you see in the supermarket but was hesitant to buy. Now I know how to treat them, maybe??
    Thanks,
    Always enjoy your blog and beautiful pictures.
    Maggey

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  4. I always just throw them out!!! never occurred to me that it was resting! lol
    thanks for the tip...and for linking in this week!

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  5. Pretty and delicate looking plant.

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  6. The shamrock look perfect in that little basket.
    Rosie

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  7. Oh, the oxalis is such a lovely little plant. Thank you for the tips on growing it, too!

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  8. That's so pretty, Linda!
    They are such dainty flowers, and of course perfect for this time of year. I'll have to pick one up for my windowsill!
    : )

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  9. Nice...we have the pink and yellow Oxalis as weeds here...even some burgandy foliage ones...

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  10. I have shamrocks growing wild all over my yard and they have little pink flowers.. in fact my grass is infested with them but their so pretty...
    Found you through Fertilizer Friday and am your new follower...
    Sandy

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