Wood Sorrel

Oxalis acetosella

Family: Oxalidaceae

Citrus & Brightlemonfresh

SeasonSpring

OriginEurope, Asia

IntensityFaint

LifespanPerennial

About This Flower

Citrus & Bright · Spring bloomer

Wood-sorrel carpets damp woodland floors in spring with delicate white flowers veined in lilac, its shamrock-shaped leaves releasing a crisp, lemony-oxalic scent when crushed.

Symbolism & Meaning

joy, maternal love

In the Victorian language of flowers, wood sorrel means “Joy”.

Habitat & Environment

Europe, Asia

Wood Sorrel is native to Europe, Asia.

Quick Reference

Scientific NameOxalis acetosella
FamilyOxalidaceae
Native ToEurope, Asia
Bloom SeasonSpring
LifespanPerennial

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