Pink sorrel, Jointed Woodsorrel, Wood sorrel
Oxalis articulata
Family: Oxalidaceae
What it is like
A herb that has a thick, erect, woody underground stem or rhizome. It does not produce bulbs. It grows 30-40 cm high and spreads 30-40 cm wide. The leaves are made up of 3 leaflets. They are 25 mm across. These are covered with short downy hairs. The flowers have 5 free petals. These are pink or white. They are 18 mm across and held above the leaves.
There are about 500 Oxalis species.
Where it is found
It is a warm temperate plant. It suits hardiness zones 8-10. Tasmania Herbarium.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, Brazil, China, Europe, France, Italy, Korea, Mediterranean, Mexico, North America, Paraguay, South America, Tasmania, Uruguay
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Flowers, leaves