Family: Oxalidaceae
Author: Kunth
Bibliography: F.W.H.von Humboldt, A.J.A.Bonpland & C.S.Kunth, Nov. Gen. Sp. 5: 236 (1822)
Year: 1822
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Oxalis
Vegetable: False
Observations: C. America to Guyana and Paraguay
Description
The Large-flower pink-sorrel, scientifically named Oxalis debilis, is a fascinating plant species first documented in the early 19th century by the renowned botanist Kunth, alongside his colleagues F.W.H. von Humboldt and A.J.A. Bonpland. This particular entry was detailed in their comprehensive work “Novarum Generum et Species Plantarum,” published in 1822.
Belonging to the family Oxalidaceae, the Large-flower pink-sorrel is native to a broad range of regions extending from Central America to Guyana and further down to Paraguay. It thrives in these diverse climates, showcasing the plant’s adaptability and resilience.
The plant is known for its strikingly large and vibrant pink flowers, which set it apart from other species in the Oxalis genus. These blossoms are not only visually appealing but also play a key role in the plant’s reproductive cycle, attracting various pollinators that facilitate its spread across different terrains.
Oxalis debilis has a unique place in the field of botany due to its historical significance and widespread presence in the Americas. Its study offers valuable insights into the adaptability and ecological interactions of flowering plants within the Oxalidaceae family.
Whether observed in the wild or cultivated in gardens, the Large-flower pink-sorrel continues to captivate botanists and plant enthusiasts alike with its beauty and botanical significance.
Common Names
Deu: brasilianischer sauerklee
Eng: large-flowered pink-sorrel, pink woodsorrel, large-flower pink-sorrel, pink shamrock
Fra: oxalide chétive, oxalis chétive
Spa: trebolina violeta
Ces: šťavel cibulkatý
Nld: stippelklaverzuring
Swe: lökoxalis
Cym: suran oddfog
En: Large-flower pink-sorrel, Pink shamrock, Pink woodsorrel, Large-flowered Pink-sorrel
Bn: গোলাপি আমরুল
Ca: Pa de cucut corymbós
Zh: 红花酢浆草
Cs: Šťavel cibulkatý
Nl: Stippelklaverzuring
Fi: Ruusukäenkaali
Fr: Oxalide chétive, Oxalis chétive, Oxalis en corymbe, Oxalis chétif
De: Brasilianischer Sauerklee
Es: Trébol., Trebolina violeta
Sv: Lökoxalis
Cy: Suran oddfog
Synonyms
- Oxalis martiana var. bipunctata ((Graham) Lowe)
- Oxalis bipunctata (Graham)
- Oxalis huilensis (R.Knuth)
- Oxalis bulbifera (R.Knuth)
- Oxalis urbica (A.St.-Hil.)
- Oxalis pynaertii (De Wild.)
- Oxalis debilis subsp. corymbosa ((DC.) O.Bolòs & Vigo)
- Acetosella martiana ((Zucc.) Kuntze)
- Oxalis caripensis (Hieron.)
- Oxalis debilis var. corymbosa ((DC.) Lourteig)
- Ionoxalis canaminensis (Rusby)
- Ionoxalis martiana ((Zucc.) Small)
- Sassia debilis ((Kunth) Holub)
- Acetosella debilis ((Kunth) Kuntze)
- Oxalis umbrosa (Willd. ex Zucc.)
- Oxalis multibulbosa (Turcz.)
- Oxalis corymbosa (DC.)
- Oxalis martiana (Zucc.)
- Oxalis gemella (Willd. ex Zucc.)
- Acetosella grandifolia ((DC.) Kuntze)
- Oxalis grandifolia (DC.)
Distribution
- Brazil North (native)
- Brazil Northeast (native)
- Brazil South (native)
- Brazil Southeast (native)
- Brazil West-Central (native)
- Colombia (native)
- Costa Rica (native)
- El Salvador (native)
- Guatemala (native)
- Guyana (native)
- Honduras (native)
- Nicaragua (native)
- Panamá (native)
- Paraguay (native)
- Peru (native)
- Venezuela (native)
- Alabama (introduced)
- Algeria (introduced)
- Argentina Northeast (introduced)
- Argentina Northwest (introduced)
- Arkansas (introduced)
- Ascension (introduced)
- Assam (introduced)
- Azores (introduced)
- Bangladesh (introduced)
- Bermuda (introduced)
- Bolivia (introduced)
- California (introduced)
- Cameroon (introduced)
- Canary Is. (introduced)
- Cape Verde (introduced)
- China South-Central (introduced)
- China Southeast (introduced)
- Comoros (introduced)
- Cook Is. (introduced)
- Cuba (introduced)
- Czechoslovakia (introduced)
- Dominican Republic (introduced)
- East Aegean Is. (introduced)
- East Himalaya (introduced)
- Easter Is. (introduced)
- Fiji (introduced)
- Florida (introduced)
- France (introduced)
- Galápagos (introduced)
- Georgia (introduced)
- Ghana (introduced)
- Great Britain (introduced)
- Greece (introduced)
- Gulf of Guinea Is. (introduced)
- Hainan (introduced)
- Haiti (introduced)
- Hawaii (introduced)
- India (introduced)
- Iran (introduced)
- Japan (introduced)
- Jawa (introduced)
- Kazan-retto (introduced)
- Korea (introduced)
- Kriti (introduced)
- Leeward Is. (introduced)
- Lesser Sunda Is. (introduced)
- Louisiana (introduced)
- Madeira (introduced)
- Malaya (introduced)
- Mauritius (introduced)
- Mexico Northwest (introduced)
- Mississippi (introduced)
- Morocco (introduced)
- Mozambique (introduced)
- Nepal (introduced)
- New Caledonia (introduced)
- Norfolk Is. (introduced)
- Ogasawara-shoto (introduced)
- Oregon (introduced)
- Pakistan (introduced)
- Philippines (introduced)
- Portugal (introduced)
- Puerto Rico (introduced)
- Rodrigues (introduced)
- Réunion (introduced)
- Seychelles (introduced)
- Society Is. (introduced)
- South Carolina (introduced)
- Spain (introduced)
- Sri Lanka (introduced)
- St.Helena (introduced)
- Sumatera (introduced)
- Switzerland (introduced)
- Taiwan (introduced)
- Tanzania (introduced)
- Texas (introduced)
- Trinidad-Tobago (introduced)
- Uruguay (introduced)
- Vietnam (introduced)
- Washington (introduced)
- West Himalaya (introduced)
- Windward Is. (introduced)
- Zaïre (introduced)
Additional Images
Flower
Taken May 13, 2017 by Louis Buchalet (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 22, 2017 by Laurie David (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 26, 2017 by Roberto Dessì (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 26, 2017 by Roberto Dessì (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 6, 2018 by Kyle Armstrong (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Mar 28, 2022 by Elise Noblanc (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 2, 2020 by gianni del bufalo (cc-by-sa)
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Taken Nov 2, 2020 by gianni del bufalo (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 23, 2022 by Trap Hers (cc-by-sa)
Habit
Taken Oct 17, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Claude CALAIS (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 13, 2020 by Samantha Kennard (cc-by-sa)
Taken Oct 30, 2016 by Alisee Voirin (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 2, 2020 by gianni del bufalo (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 2, 2020 by gianni del bufalo (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken Mar 30, 2016 by OTS – Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)
Taken Apr 9, 2020 by Foresi Juan Pablo (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 23, 2021 by Thierry LE COM (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 31, 2021 by Alonso Araceli (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 23, 2021 by Thierry LE COM (cc-by-sa)
Bark
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Taken Feb 13, 2022 by Jose Bueno (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 19, 2021 by Jesus José Onaldo de Jesus (cc-by-sa)
Fruit
Taken Mar 30, 2016 by OTS – Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2891707)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:374833-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Oxalis debilis Kunth)
Specifications
Growth habit: Forb/herb
Growth
Ph maximum: 8.0
Ph minimum: 7.5
Light: 7
Atmospheric humidity: 4
Soil nutriments: 7