Yellow Wood Sorrel vs Oca

Yellow Wood Sorrel (Oxalis stricta) and Oca (Oxalis tuberosa) — side-by-side cultivation, uses, and safety.

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Oxalis stricta (Yellow Wood Sorrel) — botanical photograph

Side-by-side attributes

Attribute	Yellow Wood Sorrel	Oca
Latin name	Oxalis stricta	Oxalis tuberosa
Family	Fumariaceae	Fumariaceae
Edible	yes	yes
Medicinal	no	no
Life cycle	Annual	Perennial
Mature height	0.3 m	0.5 m
Light	Full sun	Full sun
Water	Dry, Moist	Moist
Soil	Light (sandy), Medium	Light (sandy), Medium
Hardiness	—	6-9
pH range	—	—
Edible parts	Flowers, Leaves, Root, Seedpod	Flowers, Leaves, Root
Propagation	—	—

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Which to pick

Both have their place

Yellow Wood Sorrel and Oca cover similar territory. Pick based on what you can actually grow (climate, soil) and what's locally available. See the cultivation rows above for the deciding factors.

Frequently asked

What is the main difference between Yellow Wood Sorrel and Oca?

Yellow Wood Sorrel (Oxalis stricta) and Oca (Oxalis tuberosa) are both in the Fumariaceae family. See the side-by-side table above for cultivation needs, edible parts, and medicinal uses.

Can Yellow Wood Sorrel and Oca be combined?

Plant combinations should be evaluated case by case. Check the safety/contraindications section on each plant's profile (Yellow Wood Sorrel and Oca) before mixing. Some combinations are synergistic, others can interact with medication.

Are these plants safe?

Every plant profile includes a Cautions section with contraindications, drug interactions, and population warnings. Consult a healthcare professional before using either for medicinal purposes.

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