Purple Shamrock

Scientific Name: Oxalis triangularis

Plant Family: Oxalidaceae

Native Region: South America (specifically Brazil)

Purple Shamrock

Brief Description

A bulbous perennial plant known for its striking trifoliate, triangular leaves that are deep purple in color and exhibit nyctinasty (closing at night). It produces small, delicate five-petaled white to light pink flowers.

Care Instructions

Thrives in bright, indirect light but should be protected from direct midday sun. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, ensuring proper drainage to prevent bulb rot. It prefers cool to average household temperatures and may enter a dormancy period where it loses its leaves and requires significantly less water until new growth appears.

Medicinal Value

We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.

Created At: 2026-03-08T18:19:28.842269