Oxalis integra
Care, watering, light and tips for Oxalis integra on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Oxalidaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Oxalis integra
Oxalis integra, commonly known as Vinagrillo, is a small perennial herbaceous plant characterized by its intense green trifoliate leaves and delicate white or pink flowers. It is ideal for ground cover in rock gardens, along paths, or as a hanging pot plant, adding a wild and elegant touch. Its foliage, which folds at night, and its simple flowers make it a charming addition to any space.
Native range
Mediterranean region (Southern Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia)
Care tips
It prefers bright indirect sunlight or partial shade; intense direct light can scorch its leaves. Keep the substrate consistently moist during the growing season, but avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Use a well-draining substrate rich in organic matter. A common mistake is overwatering during its winter dormancy period, when the plant needs less water.
How to save a dying Oxalis integra
- Warning signs
- Wilted or yellowing leaves, floppy stems, no flowering.
- First aid
- Check watering (moist but not soggy soil), place in bright, airy semi-shade, fertilize if needed.
- What kills it
- Overwatering (rots bulbs), intense direct sun (burns leaves), lack of light (weakens plant).
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, it's resilient. Act fast by correcting watering and location, and it will sprout again.