Creeping woodsorrel
(oxalis corniculata)
Oxalidáceae
-no endangered genus-
- height: 5-15 cm
- flowering season: May to October
- blooms are yellow and individual arranged
- half shade, semi-shade loving plant
- reclining and creeping lateral shoot
Creeping woodsorrel, being spread all over the world today, can be traced back to the 16th century in which it was recorded for the first time.
A range of soils are preferred by this plant: they include, among other things, moderately dry ones as well as soils which are fresh and rich in nutrition. It is to be found in gardens, flowerpots, cemeteries and on grounds which are not walked upon.
Creeping woodsorrel is regared as having a low level of toxicity.
Oxalis corniculata (creeping woodsorrel)