Oxalis dines
Care, watering, light and tips for Oxalis dines 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 dines
Oxalis dines, commonly known as Floating Sorrel, is a perennial floating aquatic plant belonging to the Oxalidaceae family. It is characterized by its small, bright green lobed leaves, often with a reddish tint under intense light, and its tiny yellow flowers that emerge above the water surface. It is ideal for ponds, fountains, or open aquariums, adding a natural touch and ornamentally covering the water's surface.
Native range
South America, especially Argentina and Uruguay
Care tips
It requires bright sunlight, preferably direct for several hours a day, for vigorous growth and good flowering. Keep the water clean and with a neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.0-7.5); it does not need substrate as it floats freely. Be sure to control its growth, as it can proliferate quickly and cover the entire water surface. Avoid insufficient light, which can lead to leggy growth and a lack of flowers.
How to save a dying Oxalis dines
- Warning signs
- Wilting, yellowing, or mushy leaves; weak, watery stems. Stunted growth or rot at the base.
- First aid
- Remove damaged leaves/stems. Check soil: if waterlogged, repot into dry soil. If very dry, water moderately.
- What kills it
- Overwatering is its worst enemy, causing root/stem rot. Also, intense direct sun in summer.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes! It's resilient. With prompt watering changes and good indirect light, it will recover quickly.