Status:
valid
Authors:
Hill
Source:
cmp
Year:
1768
Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. : 158 (1768)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388320
Common Names
- Oxyria digyna
- Mountain Sorrel
- Mountain Sorrel
Description
Oxyria digyna (also called Mountain sorrel, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows to a height of 15-30 cm. It has obovate, toothed leaves and yellow or white flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in moist, shady places, such as woodlands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Oxyria digyna is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxyria digyna has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxyria digyna is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny location.
Where to Find Oxyria digyna
Oxyria digyna can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and France.
Oxyria digyna FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxyria digyna?
Oxyria digyna
What is the common name of Oxyria digyna?
Alpine Mountain-sorrel
What type of plant is Oxyria digyna?
Oxyria digyna is a shrub.
Species in the Oxyria genus
Species in the Polygonaceae family
Acanthoscyphus parishii,
Afrobrunnichia africana,
Afrobrunnichia erecta,
Antigonon flavescens,
Antigonon guatimalense,
Antigonon leptopus,
Aristocapsa insignis,
Atraphaxis intricata,
Atraphaxis angustifolia,
Atraphaxis aucheri,
Atraphaxis avenia,
Atraphaxis badghysi,
Atraphaxis billardieri,
Atraphaxis bracteata,
Atraphaxis canescens,
Atraphaxis caucasica,
Atraphaxis compacta,
Atraphaxis daghestanica,
Atraphaxis decipiens,
Atraphaxis frutescens,
Atraphaxis grandiflora,
Atraphaxis irtyschensis,
Atraphaxis karataviensis,
Atraphaxis kopetdagensis,
Atraphaxis laetevirens,
Atraphaxis macrocarpa,
Atraphaxis manshurica,
Atraphaxis muschketowii,
Atraphaxis pungens,
Atraphaxis pyrifolia,
Atraphaxis rodinii,
Atraphaxis seravschanica,
Atraphaxis spinosa,
Atraphaxis suaedifolia,
Atraphaxis teretifolia,
Atraphaxis virgata,
Atraphaxis arianum,
Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme,
Atraphaxis toktogulicum,
Brunnichia ovata,
Calligonum acanthopterum,
Calligonum aciferum,
Calligonum aculeatum,
Calligonum aequilaterale,
Calligonum alaschanicum,
Calligonum alatiforme,
Calligonum alatum,
Calligonum amoenum,
Calligonum androssowii,
Calligonum aphyllum,