Overview
Oxalis obliquifolia is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Oxalis, part of the Oxalidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Oxalis obliquifolia grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, rock garden and cottage and informal garden.
About
Oxalis obliquifolia is a clump-forming cultivar of the Oxalis genus, which includes annual and perennial plants with fibrous, bulb-like, or rhizomatous roots. This deciduous plant produces palmately divided leaves and funnel- or bowl-shaped flowers that typically close in overcast conditions and at night. It thrives in full sun on well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, and is suitable for exposed, west- or south-facing aspects. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is ideal for alpine rockeries, patios, containers, and informal or cottage gardens, with spring as its season of interest.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Oxalis
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Oxalis obliquifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs, Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Oxalis obliquifolia
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in spring; small sections of the rhizomes root readily with bottom heat
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to a rust
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Oxalis obliquifolia?
Oxalis obliquifolia prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Oxalis obliquifolia need?
Oxalis obliquifolia is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Oxalis obliquifolia hardy in the UK?
Oxalis obliquifolia has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Oxalis obliquifolia?
Propagate by division in spring; small sections of the rhizomes root readily with bottom heat.
More in the Oxalis genus
- Oxalis acetosellacommon wood sorrel
- Oxalis articulata subsp. rubra 'Alba'
- Oxalis bowiei
- Oxalis debilis var. debilis
- Oxalis incarnatapale pink sorrel
- Oxalis ortgiesiitree oxalis
- Oxalis purpurea
- Oxalis spiralis
