Drummond's woodsorrel
Oxalis drummondii
Family: Oxalidaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows up to 20 cm high. The leaves grow from the base of the plant. The leaves have 3 leaflets. They are about 2-3 cm long. Flowers grow in clusters of leafless stems. They are shallow funnel shaped and pink or purple.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows in grassy areas and open woodland.
Countries/locations it is found in
Mexico, North America, USA
How it is used for food
A few leaves, flowers or seedpods are added to salads or soups. Caution: It contains oxalates so should not be eaten in large amounts.
Edible parts
Leaves, flowers, seedpods, tuber, root
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Agritos