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Oxalis bicolor - Candy Cane Shamrock - 4.5 Inch

Ed's Plant Shop  |  SKU: AA04OXABI00

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$19.99
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Description

Brighten Your Space with the Oxalis 'Bicolor

Add a pop of color to your indoor garden with the vibrant Oxalis 'Bicolor', also known as the Candy Cane Shamrock. This charming houseplant boasts delicate, clover-like leaves in deep green and purple shades with a stunning pink margin. The leaves fold up at night, adding a dynamic quality to its appearance.


Oxalis bicolor Plant Profile

  • Botanical Name: Oxalis triangularis
  • Phonetic Spelling: oks-AL-iss
  • Common Name: False Shamrock, Purple Shamrock, Lucky Shamrock, Purple Oxalis, Purple Wood Sorrel, Good Luck Plant, Candy Cane Shamrock
  • Family: Oxalidaceae
  • Native Range: South America: Brazil, Bolivia, Argentina, and Paraguay

How to Care for Oxalis bicolor

  • Light Requirements: Prefers Full Sun, Bright Indirect Light, Tolerates Partial Shade
  • Water: Water once the top inch of soil is dry, water less in winter as they go dormant 
  • Soil: Oxalis plants prefer well-draining soil that is slightly acidic with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5. 
  • Humidity:  40-60% 
  • Temperature:  60-75°F (15-24°C). 
  • Feeding:  Water-soluble fertilizer with equal amounts of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (such as a 10-10-10 or 20-20-20 formula) monthly
  • Propagation: Oxalis triangularis can be propagated through division of the bulbs or corms.
  • Pests: Few pest problems but look out for aphids, spider mites, mealybugs. 
  • Toxicity: All parts of this plant can be toxic to pets if ingested in large amounts; please handle with care. Leaves and flowers are edible for humans but should be used in moderation.

Fun Fact About Oxalis – A Plant That Sleeps!


The Oxalis 'Bicolor' has a fun trick: its leaves close at night, creating a "sleeping" effect, then open again at sunrise. It adds a dynamic touch to your plant collection, making it a living, breathing part of your space.

Historical Note  About Oxalis – From South American Roots


Native to South America, particularly regions like Brazil and Argentina, Oxalis has been cultivated for its charm and versatility. Historically, its edible leaves were sometimes used in traditional remedies and cooking, though they should only be consumed sparingly today.

Want Tips From The Experts On How To Keep Your Oxalis Thriving? 

Check out our comprehensive Oxalis Care Guide to get in-the-know about our favorite tips, tricks, and techniques on how to keep your lucky shamrocks happy as can be!

Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping

How do you ship your plants?

We carefully package each plant with love by hand right from our shop in Brooklyn. Extra steps are taken to ensure that every leaf arrives in pristine shape by using polyfill and encapsulating the plant in a protective paper sleeve. The soil is also hydrated before shipping so that the plant has plenty of water for it's travel to your doorstep. We offer several shipping speeds, so please choose the one that you feel comfortable with depending on your location. 

Will my plant look like the one on the website?

Awesome question, we're glad you asked. Given the nature of our plant shop, we're constantly moving plants in and out of the shop, making it difficult and borderline impossible to keep an exact picture of each plant. In addition to the constantly rotating crop, we often grow in batches of 6, 12, or sometimes more! With this quantity we are unable to take a photo of each and every plant. The photos that we attach to each product listing is going to be of a plant that represents the average size and fullness of that set of plants. Some may be slightly larger or smaller, but in general, similar.

Do you include heat packs with your plants?

We offer Heat Packs for sale separately from the plants in 40, 60 and 72 hour increments. Please add a heat pack or two to your order if you live in an area where your order may be affected during transit by cold temperatures. We are not responsible for orders that are placed and damage is incurred to the plant if a heat pack is not purchased.

Which heat pack should I choose?

Heat packs come in three different increments, so please choose the appropriate hour increment depending on the speed of shipping that you choose during checkout. For example, if you choose a cheaper shipping option that will take longer, please select the 72 hour heat pack. If you've chosen a shorter method of shipping, the 40 or 60 hour increment would work! We like to encourage our customers to always get more than you need, just to be on the safe side!

How long will it take to receive my order?

Standard shipping normally takes 3-5 days. Next day shipping is available on all domestic orders (for an additional charge). International shipping times depend on the products and destination (estimated at checkout).

Do you offer express shipping?

All orders are shipped 5-8 business days from the date it is placed. Please note that as a small plant shop, we do everything in our power to get orders out as fast as we can in the order that they come in. If you have circumstances that require expedited fulfillment, please connect with you and we can potentially offer options. 

What countries do you ship to?

We ship our selection of rare, healthy, and unique houseplants all across the United States including California. At this time, due to customs and agricultural limitations, we are unable to ship plants internationally from the United States.

Returns and Refunds

How do I return a product?

Items must be returned within 30 days after receiving your order. Items must be returned in the same condition in which they were received, be unworn/unused, have any tags still attached, and include all the original packaging.

How long will it take to receive my refund?

Refunds are processed within 7 days from when we receive the item(s).

What should I do if my plant arrives in poor shape? 

In the extremely unlikely event that your plant arrives in less than perfect condition, you're covered by our 15-day plant health guarantee. Simply snap a photo of your plant and send it over to us. We'll happily take a peek and offer suggestions on how to perk it back up, offer a store credit, or send a replacement. We like to make it as easy as possible!

Can I return or exchange a plant?

At this time, we do not accept returns on plants. In extreme circumstances where a return of a plant is necessary, the customer is responsible for the return shipping and a refund will only be issued if the plant arrives back to us in living condition.