Plant Care Purple Woodsorrel

Purple Woodsorrel

About Purple Woodsorrel

Purple Woodsorrel is a relatively rare houseplant 🌿 that is isn’t challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Purple Woodsorrel likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

Purple Woodsorrel belongs to the Oxalis genus, and is native to Temperate Southern Africa.

⚠️ Purple Woodsorrel is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. These plants are not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Taxonomy

Oxalis purpurea
Oxalis
Oxalidaceae
Oxalidales

How to care for Purple Woodsorrel

💦 Water

How often to water your Purple Woodsorrel

Water needs for Purple Woodsorrel
0.5 cups
every 9

Purple Woodsorrel needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Purple Woodsorrel

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Purple Woodsorrel in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Purple Woodsorrel: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Purple Woodsorrel love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Purple Woodsorrel does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Purple Woodsorrel in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Purple Woodsorrel

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Purple Woodsorrel: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Purple Woodsorrel after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Purple Woodsorrel is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Purple Woodsorrel →

Benefits of Growing Purple Woodsorrel →

Common Purple Woodsorrel Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Purple Woodsorrel →

Outdoor Care Guide for Purple Woodsorrel →


💦 Water Needs

Purple Woodsorrel prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Purple Woodsorrel Water Frequency →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Purple Woodsorrel requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Purple Woodsorrel Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Purple Woodsorrel is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Purple Woodsorrel is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.


💨 Humidity

Purple Woodsorrel doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

Purple Woodsorrel Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Purple Woodsorrel does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Pots for Purple Woodsorrel →

When and How to Successfully Repot Purple Woodsorrel →

What Are Healthy Purple Woodsorrel Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Purple Woodsorrel grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


🌎 Native Region

Purple Woodsorrel is native to Worldwide.


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Purple Woodsorrel grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Purple Woodsorrel Lifecycle →

Purple Woodsorrel Size Guide →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Purple Woodsorrel, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Purple Woodsorrel

Purple Woodsorrel

Purple Woodsorrel


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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