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Shrubby woodsorrel, scientifically known as Oxalis frutescens, is a perennial subshrub or herb that thrives in the warm climates of Central and South America, from Argentina to Venezuela. Shrubby woodsorrel (Latin: Oxalis frutescens) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Shrubby woodsorrel is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Shrubby woodsorrel is a member native to AGE, AGW, BLZ, BOL, BZN, and BZE. Shrubby woodsorrel thrives in full sun and can grow well in both dry and moist conditions.
Shrubby woodsorrel grows best in full sun light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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