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Iron Cross Plant, scientifically known as Oxalis deppei and belonging to the Fumariaceae family, is native to regions including El Salvador, Guatemala, and various parts of Mexico such as Central, Gulf, Northeast, Southeast, Southwest, and Panama. Iron Cross Plant (Latin: Oxalis deppei, family Fumariaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Iron Cross Plant is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Iron Cross Plant is a member of the Fumariaceae family native to ELS, GUA, MXC, MXG, MXE, and MXT. Iron Cross Plant thrives in full sun and prefers moist, light to medium soil.
Iron Cross Plant grows best in USDA zone 7-10, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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