Wood Sorrel

Description: Wood Sorrel (Chinese: 黄花酌浆草) is a medium sized edible plant that occurs throught most of North America and parts of Eurasia. within the genus Oxalis, there are several species. Wood sorrel typically grows a maximum of 15 inches tall. Its small heart-shaped, "folded" leaves grow in groups of 3. Its tiny flowers are typically white or yellow though they can be pink or violet depending on species. Oxalis means literally "sour" and is named as such due to its oxalic acid content. Many domesticated vegetables, including spinach and broccoli, also contain oxalic acid, which is considered toxic when consumed in large quantities because it inhibits absorption of calcium.

Locations in Campus: Picture taken at Goheen Walk.

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