Pink Sorrel (Oxalis incarnata)

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Sunlight Bright indirect light or partial shade; avoid intense midday direct sun to prevent leaf scorching

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Watering Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged; allow the top 1 cm of soil to dry between waterings

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Temperature Thrives in cool to temperate conditions; protect from frost below 5°C to prevent foliage damage

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Leaf: Trifoliate, clover-like bright green foliage that folds inward at night
Flower: Pale pink to rose-pink five-petaled cup-shaped blooms
Stem: Slender, slightly hairy trailing or upright stems

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Watering

Maintain consistent soil moisture; reduce watering if foliage shows signs of wilting

Fertilization

Diluted balanced liquid feed every 2 weeks. Avoid over-fertilization to prevent excessive foliage growth at the expense of blooms

Banana peel tea：Steep fully composted banana peels in water for 3 days, dilute 1:20 with water for root drenching to support flowering

Pruning

Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage extended flowering periods
Trim back overgrown trailing stems to maintain a compact, tidy form
Remove yellowing or damaged foliage to improve airflow and reduce fungal disease risk

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Warning: this plant may be toxic.

Pets & Humans

Pets: ASPCA: Toxic; oxalate crystals cause oral pain, vomiting, and diarrhea if ingested

Humans: Contains calcium oxalate crystals; ingestion causes mild oral irritation and stomach upset in large quantities

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Culture: N/A

Usage: Ornamental ground cover, container houseplant, rock garden accent