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OXALIS

Oxalis

Oxalis.jpgThe name derives from the ancient Greek acute (= Tart) and salt (= Salt). Although the foliage is trifoliate-leaf or has no affinity with the familiar clover. At night the leaves fold up and close. She needs a place to light and cool all year. From May to autumn you can take the plant out. Before the first frost, transfer bulbs in cold and dry place for storage. . During the period of growth, wants fertilizer every week and not much watering, unless it is very hot. Propagated by bulblets.

Species

Oxalis_deppei.jpgOxalis deppei hails from Mexico. Has quatrefoil leaves and deep pink flowers.

Oxalis_adenophylla.jpgOxalis adenophylla with gray-green leaves and pink blossoms.

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