Wood Sorrel | Oxalis oregana - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

Wood Sorrel | Oxalis oregana

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Leaves resemble clover and form dense mats creating an excellent ground cover in shady areas. Flower colors range from white to pink.

Plant Details

Habitat Notes	Oak woodland; Riparian Forests; Bottomland Forests; Mixed Hardwood-Conifer Forest or Woodland
Mature Height	8”
Shade Preference	shade, part shade
Soil Tolerance	Moist soils
Special Uses	Attracts insects, bees and butterflies; Ornamental

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A lush forest scene with tall oak trees, green leaves, moss, and undergrowth, under a clear blue sky.

Oak Woodland

Oregon White Oaks dominate these woodlands and may support an open to moderately shrubby understory. Over thirty percent of the canopy shades the ground, but still filter light allowing oak seedling…

A lush green riparian forest with tall red alder trees and a rocky stream running through it.

Riparian Forests

Riparian areas are defined by NRCS as ecosystems that occur along waterways and water bodies. They serve as the transition between aquatic and terrestrial zones.

Bottomland Forests

Bottomland forests are generally used to describe forests which are comprised of both hardwood and softwood tree species that occur on low-elevation, alluvial floodplains or lower terraces of rivers…

A dense forest with tall trees and lush green undergrowth.

Mixed Hardwood-Conifer Forest or Woodland

Mixed hardwoods and conifers characterize this habitat which is widespread in western Oregon in the medium elevations of the hills of the Coast Range. Precipitation is higher in this habitat than in…