Galapagos Sorrel
About Galapagos Sorrel
Galapagos Sorrel is a super rare 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.
Galapagos Sorrel likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
Taxonomy
Oxalis megalorrhiza
Oxalis
Oxalidaceae
Oxalidales
Also known as
Fleshy Yellow Sorrel

How to care for Galapagos Sorrel

How often to water your Galapagos Sorrel

every 9
Galapagos Sorrel 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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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 Galapagos Sorrel in your home

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

How to fertilize Galapagos Sorrel

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 Galapagos Sorrel after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Galapagos Sorrel 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
Galapagos Sorrel 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
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Galapagos Sorrel 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
Galapagos Sorrel 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
Galapagos Sorrel 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
Galapagos Sorrel is native to Worldwide.
Care Summary for Galapagos Sorrel
Galapagos Sorrel
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.
