💜 Oxalis Purple – Purple Shamrock
Also Known As: False Shamrock • Love Plant • Purple Butterfly Plant
🪴 Plant Snapshot
Attribute | Details |
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Type | Flowering Foliage Plant |
Category | Indoor • Balcony • Patio |
Light | Bright indirect light or partial sun |
Watering | Moderate – Water when topsoil feels dry |
Soil Type | Well-draining potting mix |
Growth Habit | Clumping plant with triangular deep-purple leaves |
Flowering | Small, delicate pink or white blooms |
Special Feature | Leaves open in daylight, fold at night |
Toxicity | ⚠ Mildly toxic if ingested in large quantities |
🌟 Why You’ll Love It
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💜 Striking butterfly-shaped purple leaves for an exotic touch
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🌸 Produces charming blooms almost year-round
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🌞 Interactive plant – opens and closes with light changes
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🪴 Compact size makes it ideal for tabletops, windowsills, or gifting
✨ Best For
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Bright indoor spots or shaded balconies
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Eye-catching décor for living rooms & workspaces
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Thoughtful, unique plant gifts
💡 Zeniard Care Tip
Oxalis enjoys a rest period — if it looks like it’s “dying back,” don’t panic. Let it rest in a cool, dry place for 2–3 weeks, then resume watering and it will bounce back beautifully 🌱✨
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