Wood Sorrel

Thousands of wildflowers grow on our national forests and grasslands, in many shapes, sizes, and colors. Celebrating Wildflowers periodically features a different wildflower plant found on our national forests and grasslands.

This diminutive plant is a common resident in yards and gardens. Though often overlooked, it packs a bright, citrusy punch! If you pull it out as a weed, I highly recommend consuming it rather than tossing it!

Here is a vintage botanical illustration of a plant with yellow flowers and green heart-shaped leaves. The name of the plant is Yellow Wood-Sorrel; the scientific name is Oxalis Stricta. The image is from Wild Flowers of America, published July 17, 1894. Click on image to enlarge. Related posts that may interest you: Columbine Purple...Read More

Southern Woodsorrel, sussex wood sorrel (Botanical name: Oxalis dillenii )

Oxalis carnosa Fleshy Wood Sorrel from William Curtis Best Prints

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At times, my career has been quite educational. When I’ve illustrated herbs, I became knowledgeable about their properties and usefulness as remedies.