Oxalis pes-caprae
Bermuda buttercup
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The Oxalis pes-caprae plant species is found in S. Africa. Occasionally naturalized in Britain. It is a member of the Oxalidaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Bermuda buttercup. Some home gardeners know the variety as O. cernua.

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Latin Name:  Oxalis pes-caprae
Common Name:  Bermuda buttercup
Family:  Oxalidaceae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  The leaves contain oxalic acid, which gives them their sharp flavour. Perfectly all right in small quantities, the leaves should not be eaten in large amounts since oxalic acid can bind up the body's supply of calcium leading to nutritional deficiency. The quantity of oxalic acid will be reduced if the leaves are cooked. People with a tendency to rheumatism, arthritis, gout, kidney stones or hyperacidity should take especial caution if including this plant in their diet since it can aggravate their condition[238].
 
Mature Height:  0.2   Mature Width:  0.3
 
Habitat:  Roadsides and grassy places in S. Africa[73]. Occasionally naturalized in S.W. England but it does not flower there[17].

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