False Shamrock (Oxalis triangularis) can be easily propagated by dividing its rhizomes. They can be cut into several parts with a scissor or a sharp knife.
This plant can be grown from
Leaf cuttings: no, shoot cuttings: no, rhizome cuttings: yes, seeds: yes
Timing
A good time is after the winter dormancy in spring.
Lighting
Bright with morning sun or evening sun.
Soil
Mixes for indoor plants, herbs, vegetables or bird sand. As it can be seen clearly in the pictures, I used bird sand.
Temperature
59 to 86 °F (15 to 30 °C)
New growth after
At 68 to 72 °F (20 to 22 °C) the first roots and leaves appear after 7 to 10 days.
More infos
So that the small rhizome cuttings do not become dry, it is good if the growing pot is covered. Once the leaves are about five centimeters high, the covering can be removed.
Oxalis triangularis
The wild type of Oxalis triangularis is native to South America (Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay).
This member of the wood sorrel family, which is known as False Shamrock, can grow up to 25 centimeters in height and show its flowers from late spring to fall.
In addition to the popular red-leaved cultivars, varieties with speckled leaves are also available. Which can bloom in pink or white.
