Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
virgata
ID:
1246355

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby

Source:
tro

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 1: 62 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245693



Common Names

  • Oxalis Virgata
  • Wand-like Wood Sorrel
  • Wand-like Oxalis


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Description

Oxalis virgata (also called 'Virginian Wood-sorrel', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Oxalidaceae family. It is an annual herb, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the temperate regions of North America, and is found in moist meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Oxalis virgata is a herb that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions, reducing inflammation, and aiding digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxalis virgata has white flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are light green and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxalis virgata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe shoots in late summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Oxalis virgata

Oxalis virgata can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is typically found in disturbed sites, woodlands, and meadows.

Oxalis virgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxalis virgata?

Oxalis virgata

What is the natural habitat of Oxalis virgata?

Tropical rainforest

What are the uses of Oxalis virgata?

Medicinal, ornamental, and culinary

Species in the Oxalis genus

Oxalis purpurea, Oxalis psammophila, Oxalis pretoensis, Oxalis medicaginea, Oxalis semiloba, Oxalis rhombifolia, Oxalis rubropunctata, Oxalis rosea, Oxalis mucronulata, Oxalis nelsonii, Oxalis papuana, Oxalis phaeotricha, Oxalis perdicaria, Oxalis pes-caprae, Oxalis odonellii, Oxalis obliquifolia, Oxalis oregana, Oxalis tabaconasensis, Oxalis subsessilis, Oxalis stricta, Oxalis thompsoniae, Oxalis texana, Oxalis tetraphylla, Oxalis stenorhyncha, Oxalis spiralis, Oxalis violacella, Oxalis tuberosa, Oxalis veadeirosensis, Oxalis valdiviensis, Oxalis bulbocastanum, Oxalis bulbillifera, Oxalis cajalbanensis, Oxalis barrelieri, Oxalis bela-vitoriae, Oxalis blastorhiza, Oxalis blanchetii, Oxalis corniculata, Oxalis conorrhiza, Oxalis campylorhiza, Oxalis chapmanae, Oxalis chachahuensis, Oxalis chartacea, Oxalis acetosella, Oxalis adenophylla, Oxalis articulata, Oxalis areolata, Oxalis anthelmintica, Oxalis amamiana, Oxalis alvimii, Oxalis killipii,

Species in the Oxalidaceae family

Averrhoa dolichocarpa, Averrhoa leucopetala, Averrhoa bilimbi, Averrhoa carambola, Averrhoa microphylla, Biophytum abyssinicum, Biophytum adiantoides, Biophytum aeschynomenifolia, Biophytum albizzioides, Biophytum amazonicum, Biophytum antioquiense, Biophytum bolivianum, Biophytum boussingaultii, Biophytum calophyllum, Biophytum cardonaei, Biophytum castum, Biophytum chocoense, Biophytum columbianum, Biophytum commersonii, Biophytum congestiflorum, Biophytum cowanii, Biophytum crassipes, Biophytum dendroides, Biophytum dormiens, Biophytum falcifolium, Biophytum forsythii, Biophytum foxii, Biophytum fruticosum, Biophytum globuliflorum, Biophytum gracile, Biophytum heinrichsae, Biophytum helenae, Biophytum hermannii, Biophytum hildebrandtii, Biophytum huilense, Biophytum insigne, Biophytum intermedium, Biophytum jessenii, Biophytum juninense, Biophytum kassneri, Biophytum kayae, Biophytum lindsaeifolium, Biophytum longibracteatum, Biophytum longipedunculatum, Biophytum lourteigiae, Biophytum luetzelburgii, Biophytum macropodum, Biophytum macrorrhizum, Biophytum madurense, Biophytum mapirense,

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