
Drummond's Woodsorrel
Taxonomy
Oxalis drummondii
Oxalis
Oxalidaceae
Oxalidales

How to care for Drummond's Woodsorrel

How often to water your Drummond's Woodsorrel

every 9
Drummond's Woodsorrel needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât 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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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Drummond's Woodsorrel in your home

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

How to fertilize Drummond's 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 itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Drummond's Woodsorrel after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

Drummond's 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
Drummond's Woodsorrel requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Drummond's Woodsorrel doesnât 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
Drummond's 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
Drummond's Woodsorrel grows very slowly and doesnât require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantâs potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
Drummond's Woodsorrel is native to Worldwide.
Growth Pattern
Drummond's Woodsorrel grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Care Summary for Drummond's Woodsorrel
Drummond's Woodsorrel
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

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