Pretty yellow flowers with heart shaped leaves? What is Yellow Woodsorrel (Oxalis stricta)? My kids call them love leaves!

Yellow Woodsorrel (Oxalis stricta)

Also known as common yellow woodsorrel, common yellow oxalis, upright yellow-sorrel, lemon clover, sourgrass, and pickle plant.

♣   Yellow Woodsorrel is a hardy summer annual that grows in clusters, and resembles clover with its heart shaped leaves.

♣   Yellow Woodsorrel’s leaves curl up at night, then open up in the morning to absorb sunlight.

♣   Yellow Woodsorrel flowers from July to October.

♣   Yellow Woodsorrel occurs in many soil conditions. It’s less likely to grow in heavily shaded areas.

Cultural Practices

♣   Having a good fertilization and weed control program will help reduce infestations. Proper mowing techniques and watering habits will help reduce possible outbreaks as well.

Fun Facts

♣   The leaves and flowers of Yellow Woodsorrel are sometimes added to salads for decoration and flavor.

♣   The leaves can be used to make a drink similar to lemonade.

♣   Boiling the whole plant produces an orange dye.

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