A quite lovely Oxalis.
Probably should actually be named
Oxalis spiralis ssp. vulcanicola 'Coppertones'.
Ni...Read Morece red stems and the new leaves open a reddish green,
In full sun or partial it's leaves develop a nice coppery color.
In lesser sun conditions leaves will green out.
Beautiful little 1/4" golden yellow flowers appear about any time.
A rapid spreader it makes a good hanging pot plant, trails nicely, for gardeners outside it's zone.
Over-winters indoors easily, as do most Oxalis, as a Houseplant.
I've had it thru 2 Winters now and can't recall any pest problems.
I haven't tried letting this one go dormant, as I do most of my Oxalis, but will try some this year as a test.
A quite lovely Oxalis.
Probably should actually be named
Oxalis spiralis ssp. vulcanicola 'Coppertones'.
Ni...Read More