Oxalis enneaphylla
scurvy grass
A rhizomatous perennial forming a low mat to 8cm tall and 15cm in width, with slightly fleshy leaves composed of about 9 leaflets. Funnel-shaped fragrant rosy-pink flowers 2.5cm in width are borne just above the foliage in late spring and early summer
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Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Pink | Green Grey Silver | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing
Exposure
Exposed Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Oxalidaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
Oxalis can be annuals or perennials, with fibrous, bulbous or rhizomatous rootstocks, palmately divided leaves and funnel-shaped or bowl-shaped flowers that mostly close in dull weather and at night
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- S America, Falkland Islands
How to grow
Cultivation
Grows well full sun in any moderately fertile, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Suitable for rock garden, raised bed, trough or alpine house
Propagation
Propagate by seed, sown with moderate heat in late winter or early spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Cottage and informal garden
- Ground cover
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
May be susceptible to a rust
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