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OXALIS

This large group comprises the wood sorrels-herbs growing from fibrous, tuberous, and bulbous roots. Some of the species, with their clover-like foliage and dainty flowers in shades of pink, red, lavender, and yellow are used as house plants. These varieties are semi-trailing and are usually grown in hanging baskets. Plant in Potting Afixturc 3 and keep in semi-dark until growth begins. After flowering, store in a cool, dark place.

Oxalis adenophylla {short description of image} South America. Pink, with deeper pink veins.
Oxalis rabra South America. White, rose, or lilac.
Hybrid, Bermuda Buttercup   bright yellow.
Hybrid, Grand Dutchess,white   white.
Hybrid, Grand Dutchess, lavender   lavender.

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