Pink Sorrel (Oxalis articulata)

Family: Oxalidaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Oxalis articulata is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 0.1 m (0ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from June to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant lemony flavour, they make a nice flavouring in salads. — Leaves and flowers - raw or cooked.; A pleasant lemony flavour, they make a nice flavouring in salads.; The leaves are available from June to October and the flowers from July to October, or even later in mild autumns.; Use in moderation, see notes at top of sheet.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)