Oxalis stricta (weed)

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Author(s): Jason Hollinger
Source: Wikimedia Commons

Oxalis stricta (weed) L. - yellow woodsorrel or yellow oxalis

This herbaceous weed is widely distributed and is believed to have originated from eastern Asia and parts of North America. It has been accidentally and deliberately introduced (as an ornamental) around the world and is invasive in some areas. It grows to a height of around 40 cm and affects crops like cereals and pastures, among others.

Vernacular names
• Deutsch: Europäischer Sauerklee
• English: yellow woodsorrel
yellow oxalis
• Français: oxalis d'Europe

Synonyms:
Oxalis europaea