Oxalis namaquana

Also Known As

Oxalis

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6"
W: 16"

planting zones

8a-9a

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Oxalis namaquana plant details

Oxalis namaquana is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with chocolate and green foliage. In fall yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Oxalis namaquana

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: oxalidaceae
Foliage: deciduous chocolate and green
Mature size: 16 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Oxalis namaquana

USDA Zones: 8a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A favourite for the autumn garden. Shortly after the first Autumn rains the massed flower buds burst through the soil and open to reveal 3cm wide, fluorescent yellow, trumpet shaped flowers. These are quickly followed by 10cm long, rabbit ear like leaves. Coming from Namaqualand, this is an extremely drought hardy bulb. Plant amongst Nerines for hurt-your-eyes colour.