Oxalis violacea
Violet wood sorrel
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The Oxalis violacea plant species is found in Eastern N. America - New York to Wisconsin, south to Florida. It is a member of the Oxalidaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Violet wood sorrel.

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Latin Name:  Oxalis violacea
Common Name:  Violet wood sorrel
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:  0.25   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Woods, shaded slopes, gravelly banks and prairies[43]. Dry sandy or clay soils[159].

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