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5.0 out of 5 (2 experiences)


About Creeping Woodsorrel
Creeping Woodsorrel is a popular houseplant šæ that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light āļø and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Plant parents describe this plant as easy to propagate and a fast grower with a whopping 235 being grown with Greg around the world. Check out the reviews below for more details!š
Creeping Woodsorrel likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
ā ļø Creeping Woodsorrel is not safe to consume. 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. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.
Taxonomy
Oxalis corniculata
Oxalis
Oxalidaceae
Oxalidales

How to care for Creeping Woodsorrel

How often to water your Creeping Woodsorrel

every 9
Creeping Woodsorrel needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt 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.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

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Finding light for Creeping Woodsorrel in your home

a window
Creeping Woodsorrel love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Creeping Woodsorrel does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Creeping Woodsorrel in your home š”.

How to fertilize Creeping Woodsorrel

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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Creeping Woodsorrel after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Creeping 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.
Sunlight Needs
Creeping Woodsorrel requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Creeping Woodsorrel is not safe to consume. 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. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.
Humidity
Creeping Woodsorrel doesnāt 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.
Soil
Creeping 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!
Fertilizer
Creeping Woodsorrel grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
Creeping Woodsorrel is native to Worldwide.
Growth Pattern
Creeping Woodsorrel grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Creeping Woodsorrel can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Creeping Woodsorrel
Creeping Woodsorrel
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.

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