Oxalis Bi-Color - Candy Cane Shamrock

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

Oxalis bicolor Care Guide

• 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.